ACTIVITIES IN JOKKMOKK
Jokkmokk is part of Sápmi, the land of the indigenous population. The Sámi people have lived here for thousands of years.
Jokkmokk is a small town in Swedish Lapland. It's known for the centuries-old Jokkmokk Winter Market, an annual event that draws thousands for handicrafts made by the indigenous Sami people. The market also features food stalls and live music. Sami artefacts, including silverwork and traditional dress, are displayed at the Ájtte Museum. The Jokkmokk Mountain Garden, part of the museum, has alpine plants.
When to visit JOKKMOKK IN Swedish Lapland?
Spring: Early spring is considered the best season among many locals. The sun returns, and it’s the best time to go skiing, go on a snowmobile tour or enjoy an outdoor ‘fika’ in the snow. In late Spring, the reindeer give birth to their calves, and it’s low season in the region, ideal for those travelling on a budget.
Winter: The snow lightens up the short days, and the spellbinding Northern Lights paint the sky green, pink and purple. Winter is the longest season in Swedish Lapland and the high season for international visitors. Dress warmly, and the possibilities for genuinely memorable outdoor activities are endless.
Summer: June is the month of the Midnight Sun, but Swedish Lapland offers a midnight light pretty much the whole summer that will amaze visitors that haven’t experienced anything like it before. Enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking or swimming around the clock.
Autumn: Early autumn is the ideal season for hiking in Swedish Lapland. The mosquitos are fewer, and nature shifts into a colourful pantry full of mushrooms and berries. Autumn is also hunting season.
