The Aurora Borealis captured in a clearing in a Swedish coniferous forest.

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Kiruna

Scarred by mine works, the ‘current’ Kiruna may not be the most aesthetically appealing city, but it's a friendly place with the highest concentration of lodgings and restaurants in the northwestern corner of Sweden. Its proximity to great stretches of hikeable wilderness and the proliferation of winter activities make it an excellent base.

Attractions

Must-see attractions for your itinerary

LKAB Iron-Ore Mine
Kiruna
Kiruna owes its existence to the world’s largest iron-ore deposit, 2km into the ground, and the action happens as far as 1545m below the surface. A visit…
Kiruna Kyrka
Kiruna
Consecrated in 1913, the Kiruna kyrka was built to look like a huge Sami kåta (hut) and is particularly pretty against a snowy backdrop. A town landmark,…