Totthummeln runt – red hike in Åre

A varied 5.8 km circular route from Åre torg via Fjällgården, with views, mountain atmosphere and great places to stop along the way.

Hike Totthummeln runt in Åre

Totthummeln runt is a varied hike in Åre that takes you from Åre torg up via Fjällgården and onwards around Totthummeln. The trail is approximately 5.8 km long, rated red and is ideal if you want a clear mountain feel without hiking all the way up to the summit of Åreskutan.

Along the route, you get views over Åredalen, mountain terrain and great places to stop along the way. This is a popular trail that works well in many types of weather, but still requires good shoes and some hiking experience.

From Åre torg via Fjällgården

The hike starts at Åre torg and heads up towards Fjällgården. If you want to save your legs for the circular route itself, Bergbanan can be an option up to Fjällgården when it is open.

From Fjällgården, the trail continues into the mountain terrain around Totthummeln. Here you get a lovely combination of forest, more open sections and views towards the mountains around Åre.

Views, rest stops and mountain atmosphere

Along the trail, you pass great places for a break and views, including Nalleklippan and the Totthummeln wind shelter. These are good places to stop, enjoy the view and top up your energy before continuing.

If you want to extend the hike slightly, you can also take a detour up towards the top of Totthummeln, where you get even better views over Åredalen and Åreskutan.

Weather, season and trail marking

Totthummeln runt is best from Midsummer to early October. The trail is usually summer-signposted around Midsummer.

Please note that the trail may be affected by snow cover early and late in the season. In spring and early summer, the ground can also be particularly sensitive, so always check the current trail status before setting off.

Start point and practical information

The hike starts at Åre torg and follows a circular route via Fjällgården and Totthummeln. It is approximately 5.8 km long and has around 420 metres of elevation gain.

Allow around half a day in the mountains, especially if you want to take breaks along the way or make a detour up towards the top of Totthummeln. Bring water, something to eat, extra clothing and equipment suitable for changing mountain weather.