Camper and RV rental — Kiruna

Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Kiruna and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners — from compact campervans for 2, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexible booking, competitive prices and insurance included.

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Why choose Kiruna for your road trip

Kiruna — a city worth exploring

Kiruna's iconic Jukkasjärvi Ice Hotel, rebuilt each winter from 5,000 tonnes of ice harvested from the Torne River, has welcomed guests since 1989. This northernmost city in Sweden sits 145 km above the Arctic Circle, offering a landscape shaped by iron ore mining and Sámi heritage. Visit the Kiruna Church, voted Sweden's most beautiful pre-1950s building, or explore the LKAB Visitor Centre to learn how the city is literally being moved 3 km east to make way for mining operations. Abisko National Park lies just 95 km west along the E10, a gateway to world-class hiking along the Kungsleden trail. Nearby Nikkaluokta, 66 km west, serves as the starting point for treks towards Kebnekaise, Sweden's highest peak at 2,097 m. The terrain around Kiruna is vast and open, with well-maintained roads that suit larger vehicles, though winter driving requires studded tyres and careful planning. Hiring a campervan here means total freedom to chase the Northern Lights in winter or the Midnight Sun in summer. With Yescapa, you can rent directly from local owners in the Kiruna area, giving you insider tips and a vehicle already equipped for Arctic conditions. A motorhome from a local host is the ideal way to explore Swedish Lapland at your own pace.

Best time to visit

Kiruna rewards visitors year-round, each season offering something remarkable. From December to March, the Northern Lights illuminate the Arctic sky, and the Kiruna Snow Festival in late January brings ice sculpture competitions and Sámi cultural events. June and July deliver the Midnight Sun, with 24 hours of daylight ideal for long campervan drives along the E10. Summer campsites around Kiruna open from mid-June, so booking ahead through Yescapa ensures you secure a well-equipped vehicle for peak season. Autumn brings golden birch forests and quieter roads, perfect for a relaxed motorhome trip with fewer fellow travellers and competitive hire prices.

Top getaways from Kiruna

Kiruna is the perfect base for exploring the region by motorhome or campervan. Here are our 6 must-see getaways

Kiruna to Abisko National Park

95km west 1–4 days

Head 95 km west on the E10 to reach Abisko, one of Sweden's finest national parks. Hike the first section of the Kungsleden trail or take the chairlift to Aurora Sky Station. Campervan parking is available at Abisko Turiststation, and the road follows the scenic shores of Lake Torneträsk the entire way.

Kiruna to Nikkaluokta

66km west 1–3 days

Drive 66 km west from Kiruna to Nikkaluokta, the gateway to Kebnekaise, Sweden's highest mountain. The road ends at a small mountain station with parking suitable for motorhomes. From here, a 19 km trail leads to Kebnekaise Fjällstation. Stock up on supplies in Kiruna before heading out, as services are limited.

Kiruna to Gällivare and Jokkmokk

170km southeast 3–6 days

Travel 170 km southeast through Swedish Lapland, stopping first in Gällivare to visit the LKAB mine and Malmberget. Continue south to Jokkmokk, home to the Ájtte Sámi Museum and the famous Jokkmokk Winter Market held since 1605. Roads are wide and well-maintained, with campervan-friendly rest stops along the E45.

Kiruna to Karesuando and the Finnish Border

200km east 3–6 days

Head 200 km east from Kiruna along Route 45 and Route 99 to Karesuando, Sweden's northernmost mainland village on the Finnish border. Visit the Laestadius Pörte Museum and cross into Enontekiö in Finland. The open tundra landscape is ideal for motorhome travel, with wide roads and few traffic concerns.

Kiruna to the Lofoten Islands, Norway

340km northwest 5–8 days

Drive 340 km northwest from Kiruna across the Norwegian border to the Lofoten Islands. Cross via Narvik and follow the E10 through dramatic fjords and fishing villages like Reine and Henningsvær. Campervan pitches fill quickly in summer, so plan stops at Ramberg or Kabelvåg campsites. A truly memorable Arctic road trip.

Kiruna to Umeå via the Inland Road

520km south 5–8 days

Follow the Inlandsvägen (Route 45) south for 520 km from Kiruna to Umeå, passing through Jokkmokk, Storuman, and Vilhelmina. This quiet inland route crosses vast forests and rivers, with plenty of free overnight parking spots for campervans. Stop at Storforsen, one of Europe's largest rapids, and visit the Guitars Museum in Umeå.

Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?

Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.

Discover

Find the perfect vehicle

Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!

Connecting people

Confirm your booking

Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.

Pick-up

Go on an adventure

On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.

Return

All good things must come to an end...

Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!

Campsites and parkings for recreational vehicles in Kiruna

Recommended campsites

Campsites around Kiruna cater well to both campervans and motorhomes, with options ranging from lakeside spots to mountain-edge facilities. Most sites open from mid-June to mid-September, offering electrical hook-ups, heated service buildings, and waste disposal stations suited to Arctic conditions. Several campsites in the Kiruna area also provide winter pitches with power connections for those chasing the Northern Lights. Booking ahead is recommended during the Midnight Sun season.

  • Jukkasjärvi Camping Jukkasjärvi (17km east)Electrical hook-ups, showers, kitchen, canoe rental, riverside pitches
  • Abisko Turiststation Camping Abisko (95km west)Electrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, drying room, shop, mountain views
  • Camp Ripan Kiruna (1km east)Electrical hook-ups, heated sanitary building, sauna, restaurant, Wi-Fi, waste disposal
  • Rallarvallen Camping Björkliden (85km west)Electrical hook-ups, toilets, showers, kitchen, lakeside location
  • Ripan Stugor & Camping Vittangi (80km northeast)Electrical hook-ups, showers, sauna, fishing access, quiet forest setting

Where to park your motorhome

Parking a motorhome or campervan in Kiruna is straightforward, with several dedicated areas close to the town centre. Sweden's Right of Public Access (Allemansrätten) allows overnight stays in most rural areas, but within Kiruna itself, designated parking areas are the best option. Overnight parking is generally permitted in marked areas unless signs indicate otherwise. During winter, ensure your vehicle is plugged into an engine heater post — these are widely available across Kiruna's car parks.

  • Kiruna Centrum Parkering, Adjacent to the city — Central car park near the new town centre, with spaces suitable for larger vehicles and engine heater posts available in winter.
  • Camp Ripan Parking, 1km east — Adjacent to Camp Ripan, this area offers day parking for visitors exploring Kiruna, with easy access to walking trails and the town centre.
  • Jukkasjärvi Parkering, 17km east — Parking area near the Ice Hotel in Jukkasjärvi, with space for motorhomes and campervans. Ideal for day visits to the hotel and surrounding Sámi attractions.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Kiruna

Fernando
5 / 5

It was a pleasure to rent the campervan to Sylvain and his family. All went great. I can recommend him for other Yescapa renters. Thank you Sylvain. Fernando

Benjamin
5 / 5

Todo muy bien !

hugo
5 / 5

Tout s’est super bien passé !!! deux personnes très sympathique

Irakli
5 / 5

Good car, clean and comfortable, owner is super good and chill guy, easy communication.

Baptiste
5 / 5

Super location. Tout s'est tres bien passe.

Haudestaine
5 / 5

Exceptional experience, I highly recommend it! Nuno is responsive, attentive and genuinely caring: he picked us up at the airport and provided us with a comprehensive list of must-see spots to explore the island, eat and sleep. Thanks to him, we discovered Madeira in a truly unique and authentic way. An unforgettable trip, made possible in large part by his invaluable help.