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Alkavare chapel

Picture of Alkavare chapel

Private

Region:Laponia
Location:Sarek
On trail:
Coordinates:67°20'33"N, 17°13'01"E
Altitude:820 m
Fjeld map:BD9/BD10
Accommodation:
Service:Privy

Mining operations were begun at this site in the 17th century, but it was not until well after they had ceased that a chapel was erected here for the local Sámi. It is still used for yearly services, and is from time to time employed by hikers as a shelter. There are usually boats in more or less usable condition down at the outflow of Miellädno for visitors arriving from the west.

Approximate distances
Duottar14 km
Mikka21.5 km
Stáloluokta25.5 km
References
Sarek 2011Day 3