Experience the frozen sea
Luleå is the capital of Norbotten and known as a the steal city. With place for industry, education and nature. During the winter Luleå is not only known for its amazing winter landscape, but also its events that are organized in the winter.
Exploring Luleå: Top Winter Highlights
The costal city of Norbotten, where you experience the frozen sea in a different way.
Luleå is the main travel hub for Swedish Lapland. Luleå Airport (LLA) offers quick, efficient connections, making it the perfect base before heading out to Piteå, Älvsbyn, Kalix, or Haparanda.
Luleå’s Highlights
When staying in the Luleå area, we highly recommend adding these top regional highlights to your itinerary:
- Drive & Skate on the Sea Ice Road: Experience the famous Luleå Ice Road, drive a car directly across the frozen bay, skate along cleared tracks, or stop for warm waffles on a nearby island.
- Gammelstad Church Town: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site to discover northern Swedish history and learn about the historic church cottages used by travelers centuries ago. Learn more about visiting church town: Visit Gammelstad
- Meet the moose at Cape Wild: Get up close with moose and reindeer in a natural forest setting.
- Northern Lights Chasing: On our evening tours, our guides monitor live atmospheric conditions. If skies are clearer north of Luleå than in Piteå, we adjust our route north to maximize your chances of seeing the Aurora Borealis
Winter Events in Luleå You Shouldn’t Miss:
- International Sea Ice Skating Competitions: Held every February, this exciting event brings together both amateur and professional Dutch ice skaters to compete on natural sea ice, with race distances ranging from 40 km up to 200 km.
- Luleå on Ice: Hosted alongside the skating races, this vibrant festival brings locals and visitors together to cheer on the skaters, sample local food, and enjoy winter activities.
- Sea-Ice Marathon: Organized by Explore Luleå, running a marathon across the frozen sea is a true bucket-list experience. With distance options of 5 km, 10 km, 21 km, or 42 km, there is a race for every fitness level.
Dog Sledding near Luleå
Planning a trip to Luleå this winter? The Direct north husky kennel is located just 35 minutes south in Piteå. Enjoy a scenic drive through the snow-covered Swedish countryside, take a traditional dog sledding tour, and warm up with a delicious, hot homemade lunch in our traditional wooden hut.
Plan Your Visit with Direct North
Whether you are in town to compete in the Sea-Ice Marathon, watch international speed skaters, or simply explore Swedish Lapland, a husky safari with a warm lunch is the highlight of any winter trip.
Ready to slide through the Arctic snow? Book your Dogsledding tour with Direct North.
What is the best way to travel to Swedish Lapland in winter?
The best way to travel to Swedish Lapland in winter time is by flight or train. Piteå is located about 45 minutes from Luleå airport or train station. The other option is Skellefteå aiport, then it takes about 1h and 20 minutes to get to Piteå.
With our travel packages we offer transfer service from Luleå Aiport. Feel free to contact us if the flight options are better to and from skellefteå airport.
Holidays to Luleå
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8-Day Guided Holiday
With transfers and guide
Highlights
- From 26500 SEK p.p.
- 8 Days / 7 Nights
- Transfers
Settle in for a week of discovery. This package includes daily excursions, good accommodation, and lunch on your tour days, all with the support of our expert guides.
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- Adult(s)
- From 26 500 kr
- Children Age8-12 years
- From 13 250 kr
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Highlights
- From 19500 SEK p.p.
- 5 Days / 4 nights
- Rental car
Settle in for a midweek of discovery. This package includes daily excursions, good accommodation, and lunch during your tours, all with the support of our expert guides.
View holiday packagePrices
- Adults
- From 19 500 kr
- Children Age8-12 years
- From 9 750 kr
Activities in Luleå
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Highlights
- Winter
Enjoy a guided dogsledding tour, feel and see the power of the amazing husky. Warm up inside with a traditional meal after many dog cuddles.
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- Winter
Driving into the wilderness with your snowmobile safari. Experience the different sceneries Swedish nature has to offer. And experience a typical nordic way of transportation.
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