Europe

If we were to mention ABBA, Björn Borg, Greta Garbo or Santa Claus, what would it conjure up for you? No need to contemplate for long, it’s Sweden, of course! A magical land on the Baltic Sea, as cold as it is unpopulated. Because that’s what Sweden is: a land where there are more pine trees than people, a country undiscovered by tourists and unspoiled by the madness of men. Between stretches of water,&nbsp;sleigh dogs, herds of reindeer, the aurora borealis and royal castles, Sweden offers a dazzling spectacle of beauty and nature, particularly in Lapland. That’s one side. On its other side, you will find urban Sweden, modern and busy, the forerunner of design and the grande dame of music. You will visit the lively districts of the Stockholm archipelago and its 24,000 isles and islands. You’ll be carried away by a very special atmosphere, unique to the north, and perhaps you’ll even be taken for a Viking on the island of Björkö!

Sweden

Örebro

Located in Stockholm, this museum is named after its treasure: the immense warship "Vasa". You can explore its 69 metre long keel, its 64 canons and 3 decks.

Musée Vasa

Motala

The capital of Sweden and the largest city in Scandinavia, Stockholm is an elegant and majestic city, made up of both land and sea.

Stockholm

Lake Akkajaure is very long, bordering several national parks, and the mountains around it make the setting wonderful. If, like me, you are lucky enough to arrive via the Padjelanta trail, it comes as beautiful surprise.

Akkajaure

Central America

Africa

North America

South America

Asia

Middle East

Oceania

I arrived on the heights of Lake Akkajaure via the Padjelanta trail and at the beginning of autumn. It was absolutely magnificent, especially when the clouds were coming and going. The route on the left side of the lake, from Ritsem to Gällivare, and off the beaten path, gives you glimpses of sumptuous landscapes with fjords and imposing mountains.
I loved the little autumnal village of Vaisaluokta, which is mainly made up of holiday homes. The wardens of the STF refuge (which I recommend for its view) welcomed me with a drink and a chat while waiting for the boat.
The boats gets you to different view points on the lake. You can walk along it, or towards the summits, especially the famous Mount Akka, which is 2,016 m high and very symbolic for the Sami.

Lake Akkajaure is very long, bordering several national parks, and the mountains around it make the setting wonderful. If, like me, you are lucky enough to arrive via the Padjelanta trail, it comes as beautiful surprise.

Akkajaure Holidays

Akkajaure: How to get there?

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Akkajaure: For how long?

Akkajaure: What to see nearby?