Sweden, Lapland
The inland artery north, hundreds of kilometres of forest, lake and silence.
Length
700 km
In miles
435 mi
Driving time
12 hr 44 min
Atlas rating
8.2 / 10
The run
Ostersund to Gallivare, following the E45. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Winter driving needs studded tyres and reindeer awareness
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 17 May 2026
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