Sweden's national parks

The most dramatic and majestic

In this national park, you step into an open high‑mountain landscape in its natural state, shaped by towering peaks, fast‑flowing streams, coniferous forests, wetlands and true alpine tundra.

Established

1909

County

Norrbotten

About Sarek National Park

Sarek is a high‑alpine area where Sámi communities have lived and followed the reindeer’s migrations since ancient times. Here, you’ll find six of Sweden’s highest mountains and nearly 100 glaciers. In Ráhpavuobme/Rapadalen, you can explore a winding delta landscape that is also home to some of Sweden’s largest moose.

In the Sarek area, Sámi people have lived and followed the movements of the reindeer since time immemorial. Through their annual migrations between different grazing lands, the reindeer have carved paths into the landscape. If you encounter reindeer while hiking, it is important not to frighten the animals. Sit down and wait for the reindeer to pass, or walk around the grazing animals so as not to disturb them.

Large moose and many predators also thrive in the national park.

The many glaciers in the area flow into Sarek’s artery Ráhpaädno, which creates the mountain region’s most famous delta. The area has been shaped by the inland ice, and a hike through Sarek is a journey through Sweden’s geological history.

Sarek National Park is part of the Laponia World Heritage Site, recognised for its exceptional natural and cultural value.