Fulufjället National Park

Fulufjället National Park is one of Sweden's most fascinating natural areas - a place where the silence is palpable, the landscape is magnificent and nature is untouched. Here you will encounter vast mountain heaths, ancient forests and dramatic waterfalls such as the well-known Njupeskär. The national park is part of a larger protected area that extends across the border to Norway, where the Norwegian Fulufjellet National Park takes over. Together they form a unique cross-border mountain area - perfect for those looking for adventure, tranquility or just want to experience the magic of the mountains up close.

Fulufjället stretches over a large area in both Sweden and Norway and there is of course much more to experience than the small taster presented here, but these are excursions that are easy to reach by car and that form a nice road trip around the mountain on both sides of the border.

1, Mörkrets camping

Mörkrets camping is a small and simple nature campsite near the entrance to Fulufjället National Park. Here you camp with the forest and the mountains as your closest neighbors - perfect for those looking for proximity to the hiking trails. The campsite has space for both tents, campers and caravans and also offers a few electric pitches. The service is simple with a dry toilet. It is a simple and natural place that suits you who prioritize location and nature over comfort.

2, Njupeskär

Njupeskär is not only Sweden's highest waterfall - it is also one of the most popular and easily accessible nature experiences in Fulufjället National Park. With a fall of 93 meters, of which 70 meters in a single fell, the water plunges dramatically into a narrow ravine. A powerful sight that impresses all year round!

From the parking lot, a hiking trail of approximately 4 km leads through old spruce forest and along the Njupån River. The hike is suitable for most people, including families with children and inexperienced hikers. Once there, you can get so close to the waterfall that you are literally showered by the mountain water - an unforgettable experience!

Fantastic work has been put into the trails, where the execution is almost as impressive as the nature.

At the entrance is Naturrum Fulufjället with a well-made and inspiring exhibition about the park's unique nature, climate and wildlife. There are also toilets, a small shop with local crafts and souvenirs and a café serving both coffee and food.

Njupeskär is a very popular destination, especially during the summer. Despite large parking spaces, it can get crowded during high season. For a quieter and more natural experience, a visit is recommended early in the day, late in the evening or out of season.

If you have the opportunity, a visit in autumn is especially recommended. Fantastic colors, quieter and fewer visitors.

For those who want to explore more, there are several longer and more demanding trails that take you up to the mountain plateau where the views are miles away and the tranquility is palpable. Don't miss making a detour to the world's oldest tree, Old Tjikko, a clone of a spruce that has stood here for over 9,500 years. A somewhat incredible testament to the resilience of nature and the timeless power of the mountains.

3, Erik-Knutsåsen

Erik-Knutsåsen is a somewhat hidden gem that you reach by continuing west towards the Norwegian border after Fulufjället. The road there is quite bad for the first part but it is well worth it – because once you get further into Norway you are greeted by a journey through a beautiful mountain landscape. Before that, a short but slightly steep hike awaits you from the road up to Erik-Knutsåsen. Here you are treated to fine views of both Swedish and Norwegian mountains, a peaceful atmosphere and a perfect break for those who want to experience the magic of Fulufjället beyond the usual trails.

4, Bråtafallet

Bråtafallet is a very beautiful waterfall, or rather several smaller waterfalls, that you reach if you continue south on the Norwegian side after passing Erik-Knutsåsen. This scenic place offers a powerful sight as the water plunges down the cliff wall in several stages surrounded by lush forest and mountain crevices. The hike to Bråtafallet is relatively easy and suitable for most people who want to enjoy a beautiful nature experience, and there is a nicely arranged rest area when you arrive. Here you get the chance to experience Norway's wild mountain environment up close with the sound of rushing water and the scent of forest as your companions. A perfect excursion for those who want to explore the borderland between Sweden and Norway beyond the most visited places.

5, Fulufjelltrappan

Continue south through the beautiful Ljördalen on the Norwegian side and after some winding dirt roads you will come up towards the mountain to Brynflået. There an unforgettable experience awaits with a hike up to the border between Norway and Sweden along the Fulufjelltrappan. This stone staircase, built of sherpas, winds up the steep mountain slope and makes it both safer and easier to get through the otherwise challenging terrain.

During the hike you pass through lush forest and open mountain fields, while the view gradually widens over the spectacular landscape until you finally reach the border between Norway and Sweden up in the mountains. Ljördalen offers a peaceful nature with babbling brooks and mountain peaks framing the valley and when you reach the border you are rewarded with a panoramic view of both Norway and Sweden for miles.

The stairs of Fulufjelltrappan are not only a practical way up the mountain, but also an impressive piece of craftsmanship in nature that makes the hike a unique experience. This tour is perfect for those who want to explore the borderland beyond the most popular trails and enjoy the silence and magnificence of the mountains. Although the stairs make it easier, it is still a bit demanding in places with very large stones and if it rains, the flat stones can be quite slippery, so be careful not to slip or sprain your foot as you find your way through the stone landscape. It can be a bit difficult to find where the trail starts, but just continue straight ahead to the right of the rest area in the picture below and you will reach it. There is a lot of stone in the first part, but don't give up, just continue over the stones and you will soon see the first steps.