Green Ribbon Voyage Tips and guide

Green Ribbon (Gröna Bandet) is a long-distance hiking trail in Sweden that stretches from the southern border of the Scandinavian mountain range to Treriksröset, the tripoint where Sweden, Norway, and Finland meet. It covers approximately 1,300 km.

The route is not a marked trail but rather a concept, allowing hikers to choose their own path through Sweden’s vast wilderness. The journey typically takes two to three months and passes through stunning landscapes, including national parks, alpine plateaus, and remote valleys. It is a popular challenge among experienced hikers seeking solitude and adventure in Sweden’s rugged north.

Some routes that can be part of a Green Ribbon journey include:

• Kungsleden
• Nordkalottleden
• Södra Kungsleden
• Lapplandsleden

See Hiking in the Nordic countries.

The trail can be hiked northbound or southbound.

To reach Treriksröset, the northern tripoint of Sweden, Norway, and Finland, most travellers start in Kilpisjärvi, Finland. The easiest route involves a 30-minute boat ride across Lake Kilpisjärvi in summer, followed by a 3-km hike, or an 11-km trek in winter. From Sweden, you can travel via Kiruna and Karesuando, then take a bus to Kilpisjärvi.

Adventurous hikers can also reach Treriksröset via a 30-km trail from Norway’s Goldahytta. Whether hiking, skiing, or boating, the journey offers stunning Arctic landscapes and a unique three-country experience.

To reach Grövelsjön, travel by car or bus via Mora and Idre, the nearest town with bus connections. From Idre, a local bus or taxi covers the final 35 km to Grövelsjön. The closest train station is in Mora, with connections from Stockholm.

Map of Green Ribbon

Starting from Grövelsjön, hikers follow Södra Kungsleden to Storlien.

A suggested itinerary from Storlien to Klimpfjäll:

Starting at 63.31811912.0951021MISSING WIKILINK Storlien, ending at 63.5199112.408852 Medstugan.

Following St. Olavsleden (road) partway, then turn off toward Stor-Rensjön. Ending at 63.71138412.461841 Melen.

Via 63.710812.63062 Anjan Fjällstation and Lill-Rensjön to 63.74945212.7123643 Strydalens raststuga.

Crossing Skäckerfjällen with multiple stream fords and bogs. Cabin on the way at 63.79995612.6996434 Sockertoppens raststuga. The last ~7 km follows a forestry road into 63.75055612.9566673 Kolåsen.

Via Jänsmässholmen, mostly gravel roads. Ends at 63.69555613.6408334 Olden. Although this route is off trail, it could be possible to walk past Mjölkvattsfjället towards the dam at 63.95628613.3326495 Mjölkvattnet dam, then crossing Offerdalsfjällen towards Rörvattnet.

Ends at 63.80486413.6139236 Fisklöstjärnen.

Via Ansättåleden towards 63.96282814.0614655 Rörvattnet.

Passing through 63.96666714.1666676 Rötviken and 64.06814.1367 Valsjöbyn, ends at 64.09714.3327 Vinklumpen.

Ends at 64.35068114.3909081 Hällingsåfallet .

Ends at 64.09714.3328 Gäddede.

Ends at 64.66666714.2833338 Norra Väktarklumpen. An alternative route from Gäddede goes through 64.80192614.0679089 Sör-Blåsjön and 64.86623314.0990222 Korallgrottan, which is Sweden's longest cave and has a guided tour available.

Passing through 64.81722214.23880610 Ankarede. Ends at 64.88277314.39878211 Tjärnbäckstugan.

Through the 64.93301214.5502812 Raukasjö area and over Jalketjahke's slopes. Ends at 64.98388914.71777813 Slipsikstugan.

Ends at 65.062514.8041671 Klimpfjäll .

From Klimpfjäll, hikers can follow Lapplandsleden to Hemavan. From Hemavan, hikers can follow Kungsleden until Abisko, and from there hike Nordkalottleden to Treriksröset.