Gällivare Camping

Lappland


This year-round campground shares a lovely riverside spot with the hembygdsområde, an old homestead. Cabins are set up more like apartments, with excellent, modern facilities. Campers and hostel guests have access to the service building with kitchen, TV, shower, sauna and laundry room.


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1. Gällivare Museum

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2. Laponia Visitor Centre Gällivare

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