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Palasip Qaqqaa Waterfall – Palasip Qaqqaa Summit loop from Sisimiut

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Palasip Qaqqaa Waterfall – Palasip Qaqqaa Summit loop from Sisimiut

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5.0

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Palasip Qaqqaa Waterfall – Palasip Qaqqaa Summit loop from Sisimiut

05:55

15.7km

680m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 5.38 km for 5.34 km

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.26 km

Sisimiut Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

Great Cemetery of Sisimiut. Graves are decorated with colorful artificial flowers.

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2.58 km

Fisherman Statue, Sisimiut Harbor

Highlight • Monument

A bronze sculpture with a fisherman pulling a huge floe into the boat. Fits very well for taking photos at this point.

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5.71 km

Palasip Qaqqaa Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

A lovely waterfall on the way to the summit. Make sure you refill your water bottle from here as there is limited water further up the mountain.

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8.00 km

Palasip Qaqqaa Summit

Highlight • Summit

Beautiful view from the top of Palasip qaqqaa. 😉

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9.34 km

If you get to this point and decide the hike is too difficult, head along the ridge towards the south and after a short time you'll find this small pyramidal shelter. A perfect place for a picnic or to read a book with spectacular views.

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15.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.69 km

5.52 km

1.59 km

1.22 km

880 m

775 m

Surfaces

7.90 km

5.52 km

1.10 km

880 m

271 m

Elevation

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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Monday 13 July

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