The Best Alpine Climbing Trails in Hlíðarendi, Rangarvallasysla (Iceland)

Hekla 01.07.2007

Alpine Climbing

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Leifur Hákonarson

Distance

9.93mi

Elevation +

3412f

TrailRank

26

In the middle ages Hekla was recognised throughout Europe as the gateway to hell. Today it is Iceland's most famous volcano - and erupts very frequently by Icelandic standards. Pictures can be seen by clicking the title...

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Hekla 01.04.2006

Alpine Climbing

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Leifur Hákonarson

Distance

11.38mi

Elevation +

3593f

TrailRank

20

This is one of two Hekla tracks I have uploaded - this one represnts a trip made in sptring, a time when Hekla can be a very hostile place. We were well equipped and had no problems at all. For pictures click the title.

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