Trollstigen – green hike in Åre

A short and family-friendly 1.5 km hike from Åre torg towards Fjällgården, with forest, streams and a fairy-tale feel along the way.

Hike Trollstigen in Åre

Trollstigen is a short and family-friendly hike in Åre that takes you from Åre torg up towards Fjällgården. The trail is approximately 1.5 km long, rated green and is a good choice for both children and adults who want a shorter hike with forest, streams and a fairy-tale feel.

Here, you walk through the forest along Mörviksån and Susabäcken, with small details to discover along the way. Look carefully around you – you might spot figures, creatures and other traces of Trollstigen’s storybook world.

A magical trail for all ages

Trollstigen is ideal if you want a calmer and more playful hike in Åre. The trail is short, but it climbs from Åre torg towards Fjällgården, so take it at the children’s pace and stop along the way.

This is a hike where the experience is at least as important as the destination. The forest, water and small surprises make the trail a lovely choice for families who want to combine movement with curiosity and discovery.

From Åre torg to Fjällgården

The hike starts at Åre torg and follows the trail up through the forest towards Fjällgården. Along the way, you pass trickling water, forest sections and places where it is nice to stop for a while.

If you want to do the hike with less ascent, Bergbanan can be an option up to Fjällgården when it is open. You can then walk the trail down towards Åre torg instead.

Weather, season and trail marking

Trollstigen is best from Midsummer to early October. Early in the season, the trail may be wet or partly affected by snow, depending on the weather and ground conditions.

In spring and early summer, the ground can 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 heads up towards Fjällgården. It is approximately 1.5 km long and has around 170 metres of elevation gain.

Allow around 1–2 hours, depending on pace, breaks and how much you want to discover along the way. Bring water, clothing suitable for the weather and shoes suitable for forest trails and varied terrain.