7 Snow Days in Sweden to Build a Day Around

1.Wilderness Snowshoe Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 94 reviews · 2 hours · from $88Our pick

Walk into Abisko’s Arctic birch forest on a two-hour guided snowshoe outing limited to eight people. Your English-speaking guide, including Anne, Anna, Michelle, or Cecilia, leads you through snowy trails, points out moose and fox tracks, and serves a hot drink. Waterproof shoes are essential.

“Had a lovely afternoon with Anna who showed us a beautiful panorama and took photos for us …. And she gave us so much information about the wildlife - we were lucky to see two moose! The snowshoes were fun and made it much easier to walk through the snow.”

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2.Winter Snowshoe Full-Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 57 reviews · from $176

Spend about seven hours with The Green Trails, leaving central Stockholm for a small-group winter hike. Guides such as Tigo, Eric, and George explain Swedish wildlife, teach snowshoe or ice-grip walking, and cook an organic lunch over a campfire. Snow conditions decide which equipment you use.

“due to the lack of snow the snowshoe hike was just a regular hike, which was still quite amazing and beautiful. our guide, George, was quite knowledgeable and made sure everybody in the group, no matter their proficiency in English, felt included and part of the group.”

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3.Snowshoe in a Winter Forest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $146Top rated

Join guide Anders for an easy 2 to 2.5 kilometer snowshoe walk through the winter forest near Kiruna. Learn to read animal tracks, hear about Sami culture and local life, then warm up beside a fire with homemade berry juice and Kangoskaka cookies. Snowshoes and a headlamp are supplied. Dress warmly, since extra clothing is not provided.

“Really nice moment. The forest and the walk have been nice. The juice and the cakes tasted food. Anders was very kind and knew a lot about the country and city. Recommend !”

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4.Snowshoe Winter Hike from Stockholm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $191

Leave Stockholm by minibus for an eight-hour winter outing in a national park or nature reserve. Your guide chooses the best area for current snow and weather, then provides snowshoes or ice cleats, poles, binoculars, lunch, and Swedish fika. Expect a relaxed forest hike, wildlife tips, campfire cooking, and possible walks across supervised frozen lakes.

“It’s one of those once in a life time experiences. I really enjoyed the hike, despite being tired. We also walked on two lakes, which was very scary but our guide managed to help all of us and even take pictures and videos while we do so. The soup we had was very delicious as well!”

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5.Snowshoe up a Mountain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $146

Join local guide Anders for a moderate 2.5-hour snowshoe walk near Kiruna. You’ll cover about 3 to 3.5 km, stop to read animal tracks, climb above the tree line, and pause for views, photos, and hot local berry juice. Snowshoes, a headlamp if needed, pickup, and a small group of up to eight are included.

“We hiked up a mountain with Anders in Kiruna. Pick up and quick drive was friendly and informative. The nature was snow covered magic! Lush surrounds. Lots of interesting animal tracks to spot. A good paced hike both up and down and the snow shoes were comfortable ! I do recommend you buy the heat warmers off Anders at the start! Thank you for also getting gluten free cookies for me to enjoy our celebration snack at the top of the mountain :) Definitely recommend for the outdoors adventure !”

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6.Nordic Touring Skiing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $151

Meet guide Henrik at the smallboat harbour and spend four hours skiing across mainland snow and the frozen Bay of Bothnia. Stable touring skis, warm boots, beginner-friendly instruction, Swedish fika, and stories about Sami culture and northern Sweden make this a small-group outing with plenty of character.

“Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit mit Henrik! Das Wetter war aufgrund des milden Winters nicht perfekt. Hendrik hat die Tour deshalb verlegt und wir konnten dort eine super Zeit verbringen. Neben Snacks und warmen Getränken erhielten wir viele tolle Informationen über das schwedische Outdoorleben. Man merkt einfach, dass Hendrik liebt was er tut und genau das macht diese Aktivität so empfehlenswert. Equipment ist sehr modern und hochwertig. Auch Sonderwünsche (Drohnenbilder) waren kein Problem. Danke Hendrik ! Englisch: We had a great time with Henrik! The weather wasn't perfect due to the mild winter. Hendrik therefore rescheduled the tour and we were able to have a great time there. In addition…”

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7.Cross-Country Skiing Tour with a Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $176

Set out from Kiruna with a local Swedish or English-speaking guide for three hours of cross-country skiing. Your guide chooses trails to suit your ability, helps beginners find their balance, and offers technique tips to experienced skiers. Annette and Levi have guided previous outings. Equipment and pickup are included, with covering clothes available on request.

“It was a nice trip, with room for all levels, good and less good. Super guide”

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