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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the sprawling Swedish wilderness, the dramatic interior river systems, and a better perspective of the Scandinavian mountain range on the horizon as you approach the Arctic Circle.

Left Side Highlights
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Ångermanälven River

Immediately after takeoff, view the wide, winding mouth of one of Sweden's longest rivers as it cuts through the Ådalen valley.

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Taiga Wilderness

Endless stretches of dense pine and spruce forests, characteristic of the Norrland interior, create a deep green tapestry below.

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Scandinavian Mountains

On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the 'Fjällen' range are visible to the west against the horizon.

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Inland Lake Systems

Fly over the intricate network of lakes including the edges of Storuman and various smaller glacial basins.

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Dundret Mountain

As you descend into Gällivare, get a close-up view of this iconic 823-meter peak, a major landmark for the region.

Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Aurora Borealis if flying during the dark winter months, as you'll be facing away from the morning/evening sun. In summer, the left side captures the golden glow of the midnight sun over the wilderness. Look out for the reindeer herds occasionally visible on frozen lakes during spring migrations.

Right Side Highlights
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The High Coast

Glimpse the UNESCO World Heritage site's steep granite cliffs and unique land uplift geography shortly after departure.

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Gulf of Bothnia

View the distant blue expanse of the Baltic Sea and the rugged coastline as the plane heads north-northwest.

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Coastal Cities

Depending on the exact flight path, you may see the urban outlines of Umeå or Skellefteå along the eastern coast.

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Malmberget Mine

During the final approach to Gällivare, view the massive open-pit and underground mining operations that define the local economy.

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Lule River Valley

Cross over the massive hydroelectric infrastructure and wide basins of the Luleälven river system near the end of the journey.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Gulf of Bothnia. During the descent into Gällivare, the right side provides a better view of the industrial heritage and the relocating town of Malmberget. Use a window seat behind the wing to avoid engine heat distortion when photographing the High Coast area.

Top Activities in Gallivare
Route Information

Distance: 476 km (296 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 48 min

Departure: KRF (63.04859924316406, 17.76889991760254)

Arrival: GEV (67.13240051269531, 20.814599990844727)

Route Type: Domestic

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