The Jämtland Triangle is a popular hiking route in the Swedish mountains of Jämtland County, in the southern part of the Scandinavian Mountains. The trail forms a triangle between three mountain huts managed by the Swedish Tourist Association (STF): Storulvån, Sylarna, and Blåhammaren. Covering roughly 47 km in total, the route offers moderate hiking with well-marked paths, comfortable overnight accommodations, and stunning views of alpine landscapes, valleys, and peaks. Suitable for both beginners and experienced hikers, the Jämtland Triangle is typically completed over 3–4 days during the summer and early autumn months.
Understand
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The trail can be found on Waymarked Trails: Jämtland Triangle
Get in
[edit]Storulvån is easily accessible through Duved or Åre.
Walk
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Storulvån – Sylarna
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- 16 km
- Duration
- 4½ h
- Elevation gain
- ↥ 345 m
- Elevation loss
- ↧ 53 m
The trail starts at Storulvån mountain station, a large mountain station. The route leads westward through gentle mountain birch forest, gradually ascending above the treeline into wide open landscapes with views of the Sylarna massif. Along the way, hikers may spot reindeer and enjoy the expansive tundra scenery. The first leg ends at the Sylarna mountain station.
- 1 Storulvån mountain station. Full-service station with restaurant, shop, and rooms
- 2 Spåjme Raststuga. Emergency cabin
- 3 Gamla Sylen. Emergency cabin
- 4 Sylarna mountain station. Comfortable accommodation with meals and sauna
Sylarna – Blåhammaren
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- 18.1 km
- Duration
- 5 h
- Elevation gain
- ↥ 246 m
- Elevation loss
- ↧ 424 m
Leaving Sylarna, the trail heads northwest across exposed highlands with panoramic views of the Scandinavian mountain range. This section is more remote and winds through alpine terrain, with snowfields lingering well into summer. Weather can change rapidly, so hikers should be prepared for wind and rain. The route descends gradually toward the welcoming sight of Blåhammaren mountain station, the highest STF station in Sweden.
- 5 Enkälen raststuga. Emergency cabin
- 6 Blåhammaren mountain station. Mountain hut with restaurant, dorms, and Sweden’s highest located sauna
Blåhammaren – Storulvån
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- 12 km
- Duration
- 3½ h
- Elevation gain
- ↥ 277 m
- Elevation loss
- ↧ 86 m
The last stretch of the triangle descends gradually from Blåhammaren back to Storulvån mountain station. The trail traverses rolling moorland and passes small streams and patches of birch forest. On clear days, the views stretch far across the Jämtland mountains. This segment is shorter and easier, making for a relaxing end to the hike.
Stay safe
[edit]Go next
[edit]From the Sylarna, you can continue hiking along Jämtlandsleden towards Ramundberget. The along the stretch from Sylarna to Blåhammaren, the trail also coincides with the Södra Kungsleden trail.