Arctic Circle Trail (Greenland)
The 165-km 9-day trek from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut — Greenland's classic wilderness route.
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- Region
- Greenland
- Country
- Polar Regions
- Biome
- Sub-Arctic tundra (0–500 m)
- Best season
- July – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Winter Camping
- Wildlife Viewing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Sub-Arctic tundra (0–500 m)
- Best season: July – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
The 165-km 9-day trek from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut — Greenland's classic wilderness route.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: July – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Sub-Arctic tundra (0–500 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Polar Regions
Biome
Sub-Arctic tundra (0–500 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Arctic Circle Trail (Greenland) trip tools
Popular pursuits at Arctic Circle Trail (Greenland)
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Winter Camping
Cold-season travel and camp craft; layering matters more than mileage.
- Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.
