Information about Quassussuaq | Lille Malene

Quassussuaq (440 m / 1,380 ft) is an easily accessible mountain peak on the outskirts of Nuuk. It is more commonly known by its Danish name: Lille Malene (Little Malene) and is the lesser of the two mountains that rise above the city.

A firm favourite with locals, it offers spectacular views for relatively little effort and can be enjoyed all year round.

Quassussuaq / Lille Malene in the Winter

During the Winter, it is home to Nuuk’s ski resort – Sisorarfiit – which comprises 2 decent runs for experienced skiers and 3 pom-style ski-lifts. It is also very popular for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling, and you will almost always find locals either making the loop around it or heading beyond it into the back-country on the weekends.

Quassussuaq / Lille Malene in the Summer

During Summer, the loop around it makes for a relatively easy but beautiful 4-6 hour hike. If you have less time – the hike to the top takes about 3 hours (return) and offers fantastic views of Nuuk, the iconic Sermitsiaq Mountain, and the Nuuk Fjord

How to explore Quassussuaq / Lille Malene

Hiking and snowshoeing tours depart from central Nuuk and include transportation to the start point.

If you would like to access the ski resort - take the #3 bus and alight at Air Greenland Adm. (the next stop after the airport).