Trekking the Kungsleden: The King's Trail through Northern Sweden by Mike Laing

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Trekking the Kungsleden by Mike Laing Guide to the Kungsleden (Kings Trail), Swedens premier long-distance trek. Lying mostly within the Arctic Circle, the 460km route across Lappland is presented in 28 stages but can be walked in shorter sections if preferred. Includes an optional ascent of Kebnekaise, Swedens highest peak, plus notes on huts and wild camping. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A guidebook to walking the Kungsleden trail (Kings Trail) between Abisko and Hemavan. Covering 460km (286 miles), this long-distance trail through the sub-artic landscape of Swedish Lappland takes 4 weeks and is suitable for any reasonably fit, experienced walker.The route is described from north to south in 28 stages, each between 7 and 22km (4–14 miles) in length. An additional itinerary is included for the Kebnekaise summit, Swedens highest peak.1:100,000 maps included for each stageGPX files available to downloadDetailed information on accommodation, facilities and public transportThe popular Abisko-Nikkaluokta portion of the route can be completed in 1 weekAdvice on planning and preparation Author Biography Mike Laing is a freelance mountaineering instructor based in Snowdonia, North Wales. He has travelled, climbed and trekked extensively in Greenland, South America, Africa, Europe and the Himalaya. Table of Contents Map keyOverview mapRoute summary tableIntroductionThe subarctic environmentPlants and animalsRegional historyWhen to goPlanning your walkTransportBoat crossingsAccommodationHut life and facilitiesThe truth about saunaTrail marking and accessWhat to takeMapping and GPSCommunications and electronicsResupplySafety and wellbeingUsing this guideSection 1 - Abisko to SaltoluoktaStage 1 Abisko to AbiskojaureStage 2 Abiskojaure to AlesjaureStage 3 Alesjaure to TjäktjaStage 4 Tjäktja to SälkaStage 5 Sälka to SingiStage 6 Singi to KaitumjaureStage 7 Kaitumjaure to TeusajaureStage 8 Teusajaure to Saltoluokta via VakkotavareAdditional itinerariesAdditional itinerary 1 Singi to Nikkaluokta (alternative finish to Section 1)Additional itinerary 2 Kebnekaise summitSection 2 - Saltoluokta to KvikkjokkStage 9 Saltoluokta to SitojaureStage 10 Sitojaure to AktseStage 11 Aktse to PårteStage 12 Pårte to KvikkjokkSection 3 - Kvikkjokk to JäkkvikStage 13 Kvikkjokk to TsielekjåkkåStage 14 Tsielekjåkkå to Gistoj&##xe1;vr&##xe1;tjStage 15 Gistoj&##xe1;vr&##xe1;tj to G&##xe1;sakl&##xe1;hkoStage 16 G&##xe1;sakl&##xe1;hko to VuonatjvikenStage 17 Vuonatjviken to JäkkvikSection 4 - Jäkkvik to AmmarnäsStage 18 Jäkkvik to Luvt&##xe1;vrreStage 19 Luvt&##xe1;vrre to BäverholmenStage 20 Bäverholmen to Tjiegnatisj&##xe1;vrrieStage 21 Tjiegnatisj&##xe1;vrrie to RävfallsStage 22 Rävfalls to AmmarnäsSection 5 - Ammarnäs to HemavanStage 23 Ammarnäs to AigertStage 24 Aigert to ServeStage 25 Serve to TärnasjöStage 26 Tärnasjö to SyterStage 27 Syter to ViterskalsStage 28 Viterskals to HemavanAppendix A Summary of facilitiesAppendix B Useful contactsAppendix C Summary of boat crossingsAppendix D Language Long Description Guide to the Kungsleden (Kings Trail), Swedens premier long-distance trek. Lying mostly within the Arctic Circle, the 440km route across Lapland is presented in 26 stages but can be walked in shorter sections if preferred. Includes an optional ascent of Kebnekaise, Swedens highest peak, plus notes on huts and wild camping. Details ISBN1852849827 Author Mike Laing Publisher Cicerone Press ISBN-10 1852849827 ISBN-13 9781852849825 Pages 272 Format Paperback Imprint Cicerone Press Subtitle The Kings Trail through Northern Sweden Place of Publication Kendal Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 796.5109488 Illustrations 38 maps, 32 elevation profiles, 100 colour photos Language English Year 2023 Publication Date 2023-01-16 UK Release Date 2023-01-16 NZ Release Date 2023-01-16 Audience General AU Release Date 2019-05-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:123399464;

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