Karesuando Travel Guide

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Karesuando
Karesuando Parish
Karesuando
Karesuando Parish
Karesuando

Whether regarded as the beginning or end of the country, this town provides insight into a specialized territorial culture. Enjoy a truly unique experience.

Travel to the far northern end of Sweden to visit Karesuando, a self-sufficient town that’s far from isolated. The population is just a few hundred but everyone has a role in the community where the land and water are pivotal to daily lives. This area, and practically all of Lapland including Russia, is home for the Saami, some of whom continue traditional reindeer pastoralism.

For an overall history of the Saami and the area, visit Vita Huset, or White House. It once housed the district police but is now used as a folk museum. A representation of a Settlers Homestead depicts what life was like in the town, which is 155 miles (250 kilometers) north of the Arctic Circle.

From 1826 to 1849 the town had an important resident, Lars Levi Laestadius, a botanist and preacher who strongly influenced residents. Find reminders of him around town. An altar sculpture in the church honors him. The Laestadius Botanical Garden contains plant species he studied. Laestadius’ log cabin (Laestadius Pörte), where he lived, is now a cultural heritage building open to visitors.

A short walk east from the cabin brings you to the wooden Karesuando Church (Karesuando Kyrka), which is very picturesque and open to visitors. The Coca-Cola Company apparently thought the same and filmed one of its popular Christmas commercials at this location. The church was built in 1905 after its predecessor developed a crack that almost split the church in two. Take photos outside Karesuando Kyrka to remember your visit to the northernmost church in Sweden.

Bring your camera also to Kaarevaara, a hill about 20 minutes’ drive outside Karesuando. From the top of the hill you can see across Norway, Sweden and Finland.

It’s also a good spot to watch the midnight sun staying above the horizon from late May to the middle of July.

Karesuando is about about 820 miles (1,320 kilometers) north of Stockholm. The quickest way to get here is to fly to Kiruna then get a bus to Karesuando.

Stay In Karesuando

Stay In Karesuando

3.5 out of 5
Laestadiusvägen 31, Karesuando
Fully refundable
The price is ₹11,659 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹11,659
₹13,058 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Karesuando. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Karesuando Parish and Vita Huset Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Trevligt boende med bra utrymmen
"Mycket trevligt boende med bra utrymmen och bra standard. Laddstolpar till elbil är plus:)"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Stay In Karesuando
Lapland Hotels Hetta

Lapland Hotels Hetta

Ounastie 281, Enontekio
The price is ₹12,585 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
₹12,585
₹14,346 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Enontekio. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Fell-Lapland Nature Centre and Jyppyra Lookout ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (127 reviews)
"Very friendly staff however property is ready for upgrade."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2023

Lapland Hotels Hetta
Hotel Hetan Majatalo

Hotel Hetan Majatalo

3 out of 5
Riekontie 8, Enontekio
The price is ₹8,643 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
₹8,643
₹9,852 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Enontekio. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (163 reviews)
"Clean and cosy family hotel. Great breakfest"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Hotel Hetan Majatalo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stay In Karesuando

Stay In Karesuando

3.5 out of 5
Laestadiusvägen 31, Karesuando
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Karesuando. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Karesuando Parish and Vita Huset Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Trevligt boende med bra utrymmen
"Mycket trevligt boende med bra utrymmen och bra standard. Laddstolpar till elbil är plus:)"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Stay In Karesuando
Lannavaara Lodge

Lannavaara Lodge

3 out of 5
Byvägen 82, Lannavaara
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Lannavaara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Popular attraction Lannavaara Memorial Church is located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (11 reviews)
"Für Ruhesuchende optimal"

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

Lannavaara Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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