Located deep within the Arctic Circle, Swedish Lapland offers some of the best opportunities to view the captivating northern lights between the months of September and April. Whether you visit when golden autumn colours adorn the spectacular scenery or when winter snow transforms the landscape into a white wonderland, you’ll have good chances to catch a glimpse of green.
The wilderness of Abisko National Park is regarded as one of the best places in the world to view the aurora due to a quirk of climate and prevailing winds which keep the skies mostly cloud-free. In fact, Abisko has more clear nights than anywhere in Europe. In the heart of the park is the mountaintop Aurora Sky Station, reached by chairlift, the perfect place for aurora watching if they appear. Stay at nearby SFT Abisko Turistation for convenient access.
At the breathtaking Icehotel, aurora watchers head down to the frozen River Torne each night in expectation of viewing the northern lights or join an evening excursion by husky sled, snowmobile or horseback. While Brandon Lodge on the edge of the Bothnian Sea showcases Swedish Lapland’s coastal beauty while you await the light show.
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Northern lights holidays in Sweden
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Northern Lights, Abisko and Icehotel
Sweden Short BreakThe ultimate short break at the Icehotel and in Abisko, one of the best aurora spots.
From £817 Excluding Flights
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Icehotel Break
Sweden Short BreakA unique and truly unforgettable experience at the world's coolest hotel.
From £662 Excluding Flights
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Autumn Coastal Colours and Northern Lights
Sweden Short BreakThis inclusive break takes you to the Lulea Archipelago in the Bay of Bothnia, where you are never far away from nature staying in a delightful coastal setting
From £1334 Excluding Flights
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Tromso, Abisko and the Icehotel
Nordic Europe IndependentThis independent holiday combines three of the very best places for aurora sightings.
From £1064 Excluding Flights
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Winter's Dream at Brandon Lodge
Sweden IndependentThis inclusive short break is based at delightful Brandon Lodge with an array of winter activities to choose from.
From £966 Excluding Flights
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Brandon Lodge and Treehotel
Sweden Short BreakThis wonderful winter adventure combines the unique Treehotel with a lodge stay on the stunning frozen archipelago.
From £1280 Excluding Flights
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Amazing Autumn Nights in Swedish Lapland
Sweden IndependentExperience the autumnal beauty of Swedish Lapland staying in three wonderful properties while keeping watch for the magical aurora.
From £2810 Excluding Flights