Sisimiut

Panorama taken from Nasaasaaq Bluff showing Nasaasaaq peak, Amerloq Fjord and the valley the Arctic Circle Trail passes through near Sisimiut, Greenland

Sisimiut is one of the more well-known hiking destinations in Greenland. Hikes range from easy to challenging and reveal a stunning diversity of landscapes and views.

In town walks

We are starting to develop in-town walks that are suitable for everybody, including cruise ship guests.


The first of these is a series of 3 Nature Walks where you can learn about some of the many plants that are found in Greenland.

Download both the Nature Walk trifold (you may want to print a copy to bring with you) and the Plant Identification PDF to your phone before heading out.

Day Hikes

The UFO overlooking the first fjord at the end of the hiking trail near Sisimiut, West Greenland

UFO Trail

Challenging | Out-and-back | 16.6km | Winter with snowshoes

Multi-day hikes

Arctic Circle Trail overlooking Ole's Lakseelv (Itinneq) Valley
Photo: Lisa Germany – Visit Greenland

The Arctic Circle Trail

Location: Kangerlussuaq – Sisimiut

This 160 – 180 km long, very remote trail follows in the footsteps of the Inuit and traverses the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Aasivissuit – Nipisat area.

It is suitable for experienced, multi-day hikers ONLY who have strong navigation skills, know first aid, and who carry a two-way emergency communication device with them.