My ItineraryHostel Lappland - Kvikkjokk Mountain Lodge
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Address
Lappland - Kvikkjokk Mountain Lodge
STF Kvikkjokk Fjällstation
96202 Kvikkjokk
Sweden
Tel. 46-971-21022
Fax. 46-971-21039
info@kvikkjokkfjallstation.se
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Hostel Overview
This is at the end of the road. On the treshold to one of the largest and wildest national park, Sarek. In the 1600 silver was found ear to this small mountain village and a silver mill was etablished in Kvikkjokk. The village was visited by early scientist Olof Rudbeckius and in 1732 the famous Swedish botanist Carl von Linne visited Kvikkjokk and exclaimed "this is certainly one of the most beautiful places on the Earth"The hostel consists of two buildings. The old tourist station from 1928 and newer hostel from the 60th century. In total there are 70 beds in 2 - and 4-bed room. Some rooms have an extra sofa. All rooms have a washbasin. Showers, toilets and drying rooms are in the corridor in both buildings.
Hostel bed capacity
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Opening times
Opening times (over the year):
24.02-25.04; 1.06-16.09
Map & Directions
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | Bus from Jokkmok to Kvikkjokk |
| Parking: | At or near hostel |
| Rail: | Murjek 180 km |
| Airport: | Flights to Gällivare, bus to Jokkmokk and proceed to Kvikkjokk by bus or helicopter (in summer). Flights to Lulea and bus to Jokkmokk and proceed to Kvikkjokk by bus or helicopter (summer) |
Attractions & Facilities
Attractions
 | River/harbour/lake nearby | | Hiking area |
| Winter sports | | Mountainous/hilly area |
Facilities
 | Family rooms available |  | Sheets for hire |
 | TV room |  | Self-catering kitchen |
 | Groups welcome |  | Common room(s) |
 | Sauna |  | Laundry facilities |
 | Cycle rental available at or near the hostel |  | Internet access |
 | Credit card accepted |  | Café/Bar |
 | Meals available |  | Individual traveller welcome |
 | Non smoking room/area |  | Basic store available at or near the hostel |
 | Garden |  | Rates include local tax |