The Arctic's own soul

Skiing in Björkliden.

Pistes and off-pistes for everyone

Scandinavia's Arctic region's coziest slopes can be found in Björkliden, with Sweden's most iconic view

The real sense of freedom is found when the mercury drops well below zero. Far up north, in the north-western corner of our country, the mountain peaks spread out around Riksgränsen. This is a sparkling mecca for anyone who loves to feel the snow under their boots. The feeling of whizzing down a pristine slope, with fresh, ice-cold air in your lungs, is something you can only find here.

Haven't been here in winter? Then you've missed the real show. Have you been here? Well, then you already know that this place is more addictive than anything else.

Piste map

The newly groomed technical run with Torneträsk and Lapporten further away

A snowboarder sits smiling on the practice slope during evening sessions

Alpine skiers on the technical slope at dusk

Selected dates: Dec. 1 – Feb. 3

Skiing and Snowboarding During the Off-Season

Skiing during the polar night is something truly special. Our illuminated Teknikbacken Opens on select dates during the polar night before the winter season really gets underway at Björkliden.

In the dreamlike light of the kaamos, you can ski or snowboard down Teknikbacken. The sky turns shades of pink, purple, and dark blue as you take in the views of Čuonjávággi (Lapporten) and Torneträsk. Once the sun has set and the sky has grown dark, you might be lucky enough to see the Northern Lights dancing as you take your final turns before the lift and the slope close for the evening at 3:00 p.m.

Dates and Times

Updated on an ongoing basis.

Rakkasliften is open from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the selected dates listed below:

November 28.
December 5.
December 11–12
December 24–27.
December 31 – January 3.

Playful skiing through mountain birches with grazing reindeer as your neighbors up on the mountain

Björkliden is a hidden off-piste gem where the trees and bushes provide contrast and visibility when the mountain weather bites

Skiiing & nordic trails

Skiing with the soul as a compass

In Björkliden, you don't just ski - you become part of the magnificent Arctic landscape. Here, where the iconic Lapporten silhouette watches over every turn, we have preserved the authentic mountain feeling and left all artificial luxury behind. Instead, you are greeted by a warm, unpretentious community and freedom.

What makes skiing in Björkliden unique?

One of the most beautiful views in Scandinavia - Lapporten, Torneträsk, Noulja.
Genuine mountain atmosphere - historical soul and genuine community.
Freedom without long lift queues - here congestion is a foreign word.
From corduroy to bare rock, the variety is unique, with family slopes, pistes, mountain birch forest and bare rock.
The magic of light - from the Northern Lights to the sparkling sun and long, bright days of spring.
Proximity to Låktatjåkko mountain station - head up for a waffle and then take the mile-long ride down.

Offers and experiences

Be where the action is

Skiing & Trails

Explore skiing, courses and tips

Explore our 10 off-piste safety tips outside the ski system, or develop your skills on the slopes.

Skiiing & nordic trails

Skiing at three destinations: Narvikfjellet, Riksgränsen, Björkliden.

Arctic Ski Pass

One ski pass - three destinations - 44 runs.

Ski in Björkliden, Riksgränsen and Narvikfjellet with Arctic Skipass - free transfer included.

Arctic Ski Pass & Skidpass

Events & Competitions

Experience more than your own skiing.

Afterski, differential slalom or maybe live music? Explore what's going on around you.

Events & Competitions

Riksgränsen