Dundret

Dundret is one of the most accessible natural areas in Gällivare. From here, you can get out quickly, regardless of the season. You don't need to plan much. Just get there and start the adventure.

A mountain close to the community
Dundret is located just outside central Gällivare. This means you can be up on the mountain in a short time. In the summer, you hike. In the winter, you take skis or snowshoes. It's easy, and that's a big part of the thing.

Nature reserve and Natura 2000

Dundret is protected as a nature reserve and is part of the Natura 2000 network. This means that the area is important to preserve, both for nature and for the future. There are habitat types and species here that are unusual or sensitive. The protection means that the area can be used, but with consideration.

Nature on Dundret

The landscape changes quickly as you move up. Below the mountain, there is forest.
Further up, it becomes sparser. Finally, on the bare mountain, it opens up completely. This means that you get several different environments on the same trip.

Plants and animals

The flora at Dundret is varied. There is everything from forest vegetation to mountain plants. During the summer, many species that are adapted to short growing seasons bloom.

The wildlife is also typical of the area:

Reindeer move across the mountains
Small rodents and birds in the forest and mountains
Birds of prey can be seen in open landscapes

It is not something you need to look for. It is there if you are outside.

Allemänsrätt & reindeer knowledge

The right gives us a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy Sweden's amazing nature. By following these tips, we can together preserve the harmony between the reindeer, the Sámi and nature.

Do not disturb, do not destroy

Summer and autumn

During the bare ground season, Dundret is easy to hike.

Trails and paths External link.
Open spaces and views
Good for short and longer trips

You can go up, stop for a while and go back down. Or take a longer trip between the mountain peaks.

Winter at Dundret

In winter, everything changes, but it doesn't get any harder to get out.

This makes Dundret a natural place for winter activities.

A place all year round

What makes Dundret special is that it works all year round.

Summer: hiking, cycling External link., and midnight sun
Autumn: colours and clear air
Winter: skiing, snow and northern lights
Spring-winter: light, sun and longer days

You don't have to adapt much. The place works anyway.

Midnight sun in Gällivare

When it never really gets dark. In Gällivare, summer is special. Not because it's hot all the time, but because it never really gets dark.

Put on your sunglasses and enjoy

Accommodation and services

There is accommodation near and at Dundret. You can choose between:

Hotel apartments and hostels
Cabins and camping

It makes it easy to stay longer if you want

Things to consider

Because Dundret is a protected area:

Show consideration for nature
Follow marked trails where necessary
Respect wildlife and reindeer herding

It's simple, but important.

Dundret Nature Reserve is close, accessible and varied.

Nature reserve and Natura 2000
Hiking and skiing
Easy to visit all year round

You don't have to make it difficult.
Get there and get out.

Activities & accommodation

The ski resort Dundret Lapland attracts people from all over the world. Next to the facility, you will also find a restaurant and outdoor shop.

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Hiking on Dundret

Dundret offers great mountain experiences only 10 minutes from the community. There are hiking trails, rest cabins, and views of an eleventh of Sweden's surface. Welcome to let yourself be carried away.