High Coast Hike
THE HIKE
Höga Kusten Hike was first organized in 2013 and has since grown into one of the most popular hiking festivals in the world. Over three days, you’ll experience magnificent nature, participate in interesting courses, relax, and have loads of fun. You bring your own equipment and hike at your own pace, choosing between the original distance ”The Original” or ”Wanderlust”, which is slightly shorter and allows for more breaks.
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HIGH COAST HIKE
The High Coast Hike is much more than just a hike. It’s best described as a three-day, 43-kilometer-long nature festival where you walk at your own pace between checkpoints. At these checkpoints, some choose to participate in outdoor schools and seminars, while others take an evening swim or hang out by the campfire with friends, meeting new people from all over the world.
Choose between the Original and Wanderlust
During the first and second days of the hike, you can choose between the Classic and Pleasure distances. The Classic route is the regular one, offering more scenic viewpoints, while Pleasure allows for more time for breaks. If you’re a beginner or hiking with children, it’s a good idea to take the Pleasure route on the first day.
Come prepared
Both routes require preparation as you’ll be hiking up and down mountains. The distances range from 16 to 10 kilometers per day, and your backpack will likely weigh between 12 and 20 kilograms, so it’s essential to have hiked at home with your gear before coming for a good experience.
Time for relaxation
The routes allow for time to sit down and fall asleep on a sun-warmed cliff 200 meters above sea level or to take the time to enjoy treats by the campfire. But that doesn’t mean the hike is easy. If you want to experience the highlights of the Höga Kusten, it requires some effort – so come prepared!
How does it work?
During the High Coast Hike, we take care of all the practicalities for you. When you check in on Wednesday or Thursday, we’ll go through the map together, and you’ll pick up your food for the weekend. Then we’ll take the bus to the starting point, and that’s where the adventure begins. You’ll hike at your own pace, either alone or with others, to the communal night camps where we gather and enjoy ourselves by the campfires. You’re responsible for carrying your gear between the night camps and sleeping in the tent you’ve brought along.
Throughout the adventure, you’ll also have the opportunity to participate in seminars and courses organized in collaboration with some of Sweden’s leading outdoor companies. The adventure concludes with a fantastic After-Hike, where you can reflect on your experiences and enjoy the camaraderie with other participants.
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OUTDOOR TIPS
Here you can listen to previous hikers to get a sense of what lies ahead. If you want more tips for the hike, we have gathered them here.
HIKING TIPS
HOW TO PACK YOU BACKPACK
TAKE CARE OF YOUR FEET
A GOOD NIGHTS SLEEP
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ONE OF THE WORLDS MOST POPULAR HIKING ADVENTURES
The High Coast Hike attracts hundreds of hikers from all over the world every year. Come along and experience the beautiful scenery, the pleasant atmosphere, the workshops, and all the fun activities happening
What is the High Coast Hike?
Höga Kusten Hike is one of Sweden’s most popular hiking adventures, attracting hundreds of participants from around the world each year. Over three days, we experience the very best of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed High Coast.
The adventure includes transportation, guides, meals, outdoor workshops, the After-Hike celebration, and plenty of fun surprises along the way.
Your journey begins with check-in at Friluftsbyn, and on Thursday morning, buses depart from Friluftsbyn to the start of the hike.
We hike at our own pace through spectacular landscapes, carrying our own gear and tents to the shared overnight camps along the route.
In the evenings, you can relax, spend time with fellow hikers around the campfires, or join one of the outdoor workshops hosted by some of Sweden’s leading outdoor brands and companies.
The adventure begins with a cozy welcome evening and concludes with an unforgettable After-Hike celebration at Friluftsbyn. If you're arriving by car, you can leave it parked at Friluftsbyn throughout the entire adventure.
What's included?
The High Coast Hike is all about making it easy to set out on a grand adventure. We take care of the planning, logistics, meals, and guides. Your registration includes:
- High Coast Hike T-shirt
- Shuttle transport from Friluftsbyn
- Six meals of freeze-dried outdoor food
- A freshly prepared dinner at the second campsite
- Water supplies transported to locations with lower natural water flow
- A hiking map of the route
- Outdoor seminars hosted by Woolpower and Naturkompaniet
- A finisher’s medal
- Admission to the After-Hike celebration
- Free camping at Friluftsbyn from Saturday to Sunday
How challenging is the hike?
There are two main route options – The Original and Wanderlust. You can also choose Wanderlust Light, where your tent and sleeping bag are transported to the overnight camps for you.
Whichever option you choose, your experience will be much more enjoyable if you prepare beforehand. We recommend spending some time hiking with a backpack before the adventure, especially to strengthen your knees, shoulders, and back. If you encounter challenges along the way, we’ll do everything we can to help you continue the adventure, whether that means suggesting shortcuts or finding other solutions as needed.
The Original (Level 4/5)
This is a challenging hike with some demanding sections. You'll cover 10–16 kilometres per day, including steep ascents and descents on trails with varied terrain.
More Information: The Original »
Wanderlust (Level 3/5)
This route is considered moderate, based on the distances and the time available each day. Even so, some preparation is recommended. There are still steep climbs and descents, though fewer than on The Original, and the terrain remains varied throughout the adventure.
More Information: Wanderlust »
Wanderlust Light (Level 2/5)
With part of your gear transported to the overnight camps, you can hike with a lighter backpack. This makes Wanderlust Light the easiest option within the context of the adventure. The route still includes varied terrain with some steep ascents and descents, but it has become especially popular with families and first-time hikers.
More Information: Wanderlust Light »
Who usually join this adventure?
The High Coast Hike attracts both adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts from around the world – from experienced hikers to curious beginners. Some come on their own, while others join with a partner, friends, or the whole family.
Whoever you are, there’s an adventure that’s right for you. Click below for tips to make your hiking experience even better:
All the information you need!
On this website, you'll find all the information you need to prepare for the hike. In the weeks leading up to the adventure, we'll also share reminders and important updates in our Facebook group, “High Coast Hikers”.
You can already explore:
Program »
– an overview of the entire hike.
Participant Information »
– detailed information and answers to frequently asked questions.
We won’t be sending out a separate information email, as all the information is already available here on the website and emails can easily be missed. Be sure to visit these pages to make sure you're well prepared for the adventure.
The hike finishes at the Skuleberget Top Cabin before we make our way down to Friluftsbyn for the After-Hike celebration.
”An incredible experience with absolutely breathtaking views. I came on my own and left with new friends.”
Åsa Olofsson
”For me, the hike was just as much an inner journey as it was an outdoor adventure, giving me time to reflect on life.”
Sanne van der Veer
”As a dedicated mountain hiker, it was almost an otherworldly experience to hike across mountain-like terrain right by the coast. The atmosphere was both festive and welcoming.”
Sofia Furstenberg Stott
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