The Best Trails in Qeqqata (Greenland)

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  • Kangerlusuaq (Greenland). Guided tour on the Ice Cap

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    ich777
    Distance
    3.64mi
    Elevation +
    308f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofKangerlusuaq (Greenland). Guided tour on the Ice Cap Photo ofKangerlusuaq (Greenland). Guided tour on the Ice Cap Photo ofKangerlusuaq (Greenland). Guided tour on the Ice Cap

    This tour is organised by Albatros Arctic Circle (www.acc.gl) The pick up is at 11 AM from the Airport Parking lot and at the near Polar Lodge. They drove you 2 hours with some stop to take pictures and have lunch (if yo...

  • ATC south alternative

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    near Assaqutaq, Qeqqata (Grenlandia)
    Author
    Kadar
    Distance
    37.06mi
    Elevation +
    7913f
    TrailRank
    42
    Photo ofATC south alternative Photo ofATC south alternative Photo ofATC south alternative

    A southern alternative to the ATC main path with some huts (no touristic) - some beautiful lakes and views, most time pathless without any signs - big lake near Sarfanguaq past by packraft, but hiking on the shore is e...

  • Official UFO Trail

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    near Sisimiut, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle
    Distance
    5.14mi
    Elevation +
    1076f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofOfficial UFO Trail Photo ofOfficial UFO Trail Photo ofOfficial UFO Trail

    At the end of this beautiful valley is one of Sisimiut’s most unusual attractions - a UFO! This unique backcountry hut is available for everyone to use on a first-come-first served basis, or you can hike there and back i...

  • Official Ice Ridge Trail

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle
    Distance
    14.84mi
    Elevation +
    1322f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofOfficial Ice Ridge Trail Photo ofOfficial Ice Ridge Trail Photo ofOfficial Ice Ridge Trail

    A 2-day trail from Russell Glacier to Kangerlussuaq along the ridgeline above the Ice Road. Hiking along the ridge is far more challenging than walking along the road and has several steep climbs and descents. Althoug...

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  • Official Palasip Qaqqaa Trail

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    near Sisimiut, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle
    Distance
    3.27mi
    Elevation +
    1575f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofOfficial Palasip Qaqqaa Trail Photo ofOfficial Palasip Qaqqaa Trail Photo ofOfficial Palasip Qaqqaa Trail

    Challenging 5.2km return 551m max altitude Named for local priests who used to climb to the summit to keep an eye out for re-supply ships, Palasip Qaqqaa (Palasi = priest, Qaqqaa = mountain) is one of the classic da...

  • Apussuit

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    near Kangerluarsuk, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Marjolein Piek
    Distance
    5.78mi
    Elevation +
    2999f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofApussuit Photo ofApussuit Photo ofApussuit

    Summer hike to mountain cabin Apussuit. Last part of the hike was on the snow. Hiking poles recommended. Lower part of the hike hike included fording.

  • Official Assaqutaq Trail

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    near Assaqutaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle
    Distance
    6.39mi
    Elevation +
    1168f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofOfficial Assaqutaq Trail Photo ofOfficial Assaqutaq Trail Photo ofOfficial Assaqutaq Trail

    Wedged between the Nasaasaaq mountain range and the Amerloq Fjord, this coastal hike links Sisimiut to one of Greenland’s small, abandoned settlements. Officially closed in 1970 under the Danish government's G60 initi...

  • Official TACAN Trail

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle
    Distance
    3.42mi
    Elevation +
    1073f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofOfficial TACAN Trail Photo ofOfficial TACAN Trail Photo ofOfficial TACAN Trail

    Home to Kangerlussuaq’s weather station and airport radar, TACAN has one of the most expansive views over the surrounding backcountry and some of the best chances to spot wildlife close to town. The hike is fairly lon...

  • Official Oqummiannguaq Trail

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    near Sisimiut, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle
    Distance
    9.65mi
    Elevation +
    994f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofOfficial Oqummiannguaq Trail Photo ofOfficial Oqummiannguaq Trail Photo ofOfficial Oqummiannguaq Trail

    Moderate 15.6 km loop 219m max altitude Circling the isolated mountain of Oqummiannguaq - this trail is popular in both summer (hiking) and winter (skiing and snowshoeing). Along the route you explore two differe...

  • Kangerlusuaq (Greenland). Viewpoint

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    ich777
    Distance
    7.01mi
    Elevation +
    1414f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofKangerlusuaq (Greenland). Viewpoint Photo ofKangerlusuaq (Greenland). Viewpoint Photo ofKangerlusuaq (Greenland). Viewpoint

    Easy hike, on the road first, than on an unpaved road after the bridge. Very nice views on the airport/town and on the valley on the other side, up to the ice cap

  • Official Lake Ferguson Trail

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle
    Distance
    2.60mi
    Elevation +
    328f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofOfficial Lake Ferguson Trail Photo ofOfficial Lake Ferguson Trail Photo ofOfficial Lake Ferguson Trail

    Nestled between hills, Tasersuatsiaq / Lake Ferguson is a popular day trip from Kangerlussuaq. Although no swimming is allowed (it is the source of the town’s drinking water), it is a wonderful spot for a picnic or simpl...

  • Isunngua loop

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Grenlandia)
    Author
    miramikes
    Distance
    50.79mi
    Elevation +
    8176f
    TrailRank
    24

    Beutiful very lonely track I did solo in 5 walking days. Actually 6 days, but one day I didn't walk but spend it by drying after heavy rain ;)

  • ACT northern route day 1 Kanger heading west

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Grenlandia)
    Author
    Houston Brown
    Distance
    11.62mi
    Elevation +
    1178f
    TrailRank
    23

    Start time: 08/17/2018 12:12Finish time: 08/17/2018 13:20Distance: 16.3 km (01:07)Moving time: 00:49Average speed: 14.39 km/hAvg. Speed Mov.: 19.77 km/hMax. speed: 76.24 km/hMinimum altitude: 27 mMaximum altitude: 230 mA...

  • Official Black Ridge Trail

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle
    Distance
    2.10mi
    Elevation +
    692f
    TrailRank
    22
    Photo ofOfficial Black Ridge Trail Photo ofOfficial Black Ridge Trail Photo ofOfficial Black Ridge Trail

    Named for its dark appearance, Black Ridge dominates the view across the river to the south of Kangerlussuaq and offers some of the best views over the town. The hike has a moderate climb but is quite easy as it follo...

  • Official Nasaasaaq Bluff Trail

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    near Assaqutaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle
    Distance
    1.60mi
    Elevation +
    1125f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofOfficial Nasaasaaq Bluff Trail Photo ofOfficial Nasaasaaq Bluff Trail Photo ofOfficial Nasaasaaq Bluff Trail

    Challenging 5.8 km return 650m max altitude Suitable for adventurous day hikers, Nasaasaaq bluff has impressive views over Sisimiut, Palasip Qaqqaa, and the mountains near Itilleq. It also has a unique 180-degree vi...

  • Official Air Crash Site #2 Trail

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle
    Distance
    1.83mi
    Elevation +
    328f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofOfficial Air Crash Site #2 Trail Photo ofOfficial Air Crash Site #2 Trail Photo ofOfficial Air Crash Site #2 Trail

    In 1968, three US Air Force training jets crashed into the hills around Kangerlussuaq due to bad weather. This trail visits the wreckage of one of these, located on the edge of a small lake. ** Please help us preserve...

  • Official Fossil Plain Trail

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Lisa Germany - Destination Arctic Circle
    Distance
    1.49mi
    Elevation +
    26f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofOfficial Fossil Plain Trail Photo ofOfficial Fossil Plain Trail Photo ofOfficial Fossil Plain Trail

    This trail explores an ancient marine terrace that was lifted ~40m above present sea level when the land rebounded at the end of the last glacial maximum. Buried in the clay, you can find 7-8,000 year old “proto-fossi...

  • ACT Day 6

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    near Saqqarliit, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    majom777
    Distance
    11.04mi
    Elevation +
    1342f
    TrailRank
    16

    Ikkatooq Hut down to Itinneq Valley and through swamp, over bridge to ~3km past Eqalugaarniarfik Hut (high plateau with view of lakes).

  • Arctic Circle Trail + Russels Glaicer Hike

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Grenlandia)
    Author
    kev88
    with s.hüpft
    Distance
    151.80mi
    Elevation +
    11201f
    TrailRank
    63
    Photo ofArctic Circle Trail + Russels Glaicer Hike Photo ofArctic Circle Trail + Russels Glaicer Hike Photo ofArctic Circle Trail + Russels Glaicer Hike

    Der Arctic Circle Trail sollte jedem Wanderer ein Begriff sein. Dieser 170km lange Weg führt entlang dem Polarkreis im Westlichen Grönland und wurde 1990 angelegt. Den ACT habe ich in 11 Etappen eingeteilt. 1. Kange...

  • Greenland

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Grenlandia)
    Author
    Sergey Anatolievich
    Distance
    178.29mi
    Elevation +
    26713f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofGreenland Photo ofGreenland Photo ofGreenland

    Гренландия. Треккинг в районе ледника Расселя (Russels Glacier) и Arctic Circle Trail. 2014. Подробнее тут: http://www.x-tracks.ru/Reports/greenland_2014.htm Наш канал на Дзене (подпишитесь и будьте в курсе всех н...

  • Arctic Circle Trail (2014)

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    near Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata (Groenlandia)
    Author
    Northern Adventures
    Distance
    111.77mi
    Elevation +
    8543f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofArctic Circle Trail (2014) Photo ofArctic Circle Trail (2014) Photo ofArctic Circle Trail (2014)

    Kangerlussuaq - Hundesø lake - Qarlissuit lake - Amitsorsuaq lake - Kangerluatsiarsuaq lake - Eqalugaarniarfik - Innajuattoq - Nerumaq - Qerrortusup Majoriaa - Sisimiut

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