FJALLRAVEN CLASSIC 2011 PART 7 : ABISKO NATIONAL PARK TILL THE END

ABISKO NATIONAL PARK - FINISH LINE

With surprise(and pride!) we noticed that we were able to finish the trail in less than 72 hours and then catch the gold medal. So we hit the trail with no delay heading for the last check point.

 

A very nice surprise was waiting for us : a all you can eat buffet of pancakes, Chantilly marmalade ans coffee !!

We took a little rest at the last check point, chatting for a while with German backpackers then standing on our feet for the last stretch. The trail across Abisko National Park was a bit tricky because there were more trails and at this time it seemed like some work was done in the park and the trails were re-routed with detours. We finally made our way thru   the park and passed the Kungsledden door. Just in front of this door was set a big board with  the indication of the distance to finish line : "500m".

after these last meters with reached some buildings an heard the sound of many people and music. on the left was a big tent with a pub and tables outside passing this point we received applause and a member of the team came to us to shake our hand ! Just after we had to check for the last time confirming our time at less than 72 hours - 71H02minutes - and we were given the medal a patch to sew on a garment or a backpack a soft drink and a candy. We stayed for the night at the Abisko station where there is a restaurant, rooms, showers and sauna. Here you can pickup your luggage and purchase a bus ticket for Kiruna.