Moderate
Östra leden
📏
6.7 km
Distance
⏱
1h 40min
Est. duration
⛰
Moderate
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Observera att leden innebär passage över Björlings glaciär och ett enklare klättermoment på Kebnekaise östsida. Med anledning av detta avråds ofta oerfarna fjällvandrare att välja denna led, om ingen i sällskapet har gått leden tidigare.
Covering 6.7 km, this is a satisfying walk that most reasonably fit hikers will complete in about 1 hour and 29 minutes.
This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start.
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Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Kebnekaise Fjällstation
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Finish
· Säkerhetsstugan på Kebnekaises topplatå
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it to walk Östra leden?
Östra leden covers a distance of 6.7 km.
How long does it take to walk Östra leden?
At an average walking pace, Östra leden takes approximately 1h 40min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on Östra leden?
No — Östra leden is a one-way trail. It runs from Kebnekaise Fjällstation to Säkerhetsstugan på Kebnekaises topplatå. You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
Where can I begin walking Östra leden?
You can begin Östra leden at Kebnekaise Fjällstation.
How difficult is Östra leden?
Östra leden is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.