The Best Trails in Southern Peninsula (Iceland)

Geldingadalir volcano, Reykjanes 01.04.2021

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Melanie LG

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Distance

6.82mi

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1690f

TrailRank

29

Geldingadalir volcano eruption, Iceland. Moderately easy walk over rough terrain with a couple of very steep parts and some very muddy areas. Good clothing and walking boots a must. Great views of the eruption. In par...

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Eldvörp

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hjortur2@yahoo.com

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Distance

3.12mi

Elevation +

200f

TrailRank

29

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Quite active geothermal area. Easy walk. But watch out in the lava. Some crevasses that are deep. Very beautiful area.

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Iceland, Reykjanes, Fagradalsfjall, 2021, new volcano track A

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kleppur

Distance

2.18mi

Elevation +

892f

TrailRank

28| 5.0

Right hand track A This track leads to the eastern and south side of the crater row. In April it was possible to have a look to the flowing lava stream. This track is easier than track B. The slope is less steep and i...

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Islanda Route 1 - Ring Road

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SalParadise83

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Distance

1172.36mi

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63878f

TrailRank

28

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It's the national road in Iceland that runs around the island and connects most of the inhabited parts of the country. We drove by a VW California Beach all around for 2000 km. Main stops: Bridge America - Europe, Gey...

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Hafnaberg, bird cliffs

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dukeigi

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Distance

1.56mi

Elevation +

177f

TrailRank

27

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Name: HafnabergStart time: 07/06/2014 13:35Finish time: 07/06/2014 14:11Distance: 2.5 km (00:36)Moving time: 00:33Average speed: 4.2 km/hAvg. Speed Mov.: 4.5 km/hMax. Speed: 6.4 km/hMinimum altitude: 11 mMaximum altitude...

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Fagradalsfjall - Litli Hrútur Eruption 18.07.2023

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Vittorio Tenerini

Distance

9.56mi

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2165f

TrailRank

26

The trail was partly closed and it was not possible to get closer to the crater 😢 Please note, the trail itself is not difficult at all, but it is very long

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Krísuvíkurberg and 'Icelandic Gásaðalur'

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Vittorio Tenerini

Distance

3.23mi

Elevation +

886f

TrailRank

26

Very easy walk to reach Krísuvíkurberg and Krísuvíkurvíti There is the possibility to see a very nice waterfall that goes directly to the sea, like the fareoese Gásaðalur. Be careful you have to go very close to the edge...

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Fagradalsfjall - Geld­inga­dalur

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Paolo Gianfrancesco

Distance

7.10mi

Elevation +

1010f

TrailRank

26

On 19 March 2021, an effusive eruption started just before 9:30 PM local time in Geldingadalir to the south of Fagradalsfjall, the first known eruption on the peninsula in about 800 years. Fagradalsfjall has been dormant...

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Seltún - Lambafellsgjá

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Dear Heima

Distance

12.93mi

Elevation +

3215f

TrailRank

26

Mostly moderate, partly difficult route, especially since there is no clearly visible hiking path and you climb at least two mountains with the ascend/descend leading over loose stones. The view is beautiful, the valley ...

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Bláa Lónið - Þorbjörn

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siggadottir

Distance

4.45mi

Elevation +

840f

TrailRank

26

A hike that starts at the parking lot by the Blue Lagoon. The trail takes you pass beautiful blue mini lagoons and a moss covered lava field. Then you hike up Mount Þorbjörn where you’ll find a stunning rift in the mou...

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Eldgos í Geldingadölum 21.03.21

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metanoi

Distance

4.75mi

Elevation +

305f

TrailRank

25

This path is now a history! Months ago buried under lavas. I will keep it here only for the record. "The easiest and shortest access to eruption site. East of Grindavík from Suðurlandsvegur. Through Borgarhraun, joini...

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Berg - Helguvik

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Guttih

Distance

1.87mi

Elevation +

16f

TrailRank

25

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Walking along the sea from Berg to Helguvik and back. If you click the header you will can see more pictures from the trip.

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Keilir

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Maksio

Distance

0.93mi

Elevation +

3f

TrailRank

25

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This is an alternative path to the most distinctive mountain in the Reykjanes peninsula often called the pyramid mountain. The path is unmarked and in the beginning there's a quite hard walk through the lava field. Cli...

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14 10 2012 southern peninsula, iceland

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elvarorn

Distance

21.43mi

Elevation +

1345f

TrailRank

25

video from the trail here: https://vimeo.com/51662510 Includes hiking upp on Lambafell at the northern part of the trail. Technically demanding sections and one or two hiking bits. Expect around avg speed of 10km/h an...

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Seltun Krysuvik

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gderieux

Distance

0.61mi

Elevation +

0f

TrailRank

25

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Only return of a part of the hike Top is a little complicated more easy if you walk at the right of the steam

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The eruption site at Geldingadalir 19.08.2022

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isleifur76

Distance

10.08mi

Elevation +

2805f

TrailRank

25

A hike to the eruption site, just 2 days the eruption stopped, at least for now. Some detours such as Mererdalahnúkur is included

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Geldingadalir-Suðurstrandavegur

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Halla Guðrún Jónsdóttir

Distance

4.69mi

Elevation +

305f

TrailRank

25

Geldingadalur-Suðurstrandavegur. One-way track from the volcano eruption site and back to car parking.

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Iceland Litli-hrútur VolcanoTrail 19.07.2023

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SlowmoHiker

Distance

9.55mi

Elevation +

2382f

TrailRank

23

Trail from Parking P2 To the Allowed Viewpoint as of 19. Luly 2023 Pretty flat Trail to that point few areas with loose rock.

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Seltún and up to Miðdegishnjúkur

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hjortur2@yahoo.com

Distance

6.41mi

Elevation +

1358f

TrailRank

23

Amazing landscape and very beautiful walk. Miðdegishnúkur looks from a distance to be a bit difficult but there are easy ways up with minimum climbing. Path is sometimes a bit rocky but good most of the way. Views from M...

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Fagradalsfjall 2022 eruption

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simonvidar

Distance

8.04mi

Elevation +

1860f

TrailRank

23

A sometimes little bit difficult hike. Remember to be cautious when approaching a volcanic eruption and follow the instructions from the local authorities.

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Volkano ride Nátthagi and Merardalir near Grindavík.

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frimanng

Distance

21.17mi

Elevation +

3501f

TrailRank

23

This is the road from Grindavík town to the mounten Fagradalsfjall to see the new lava in Nátthagi and Merardalir.

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Eruption from behind Langihryggur

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Vittorio Tenerini

Distance

7.67mi

Elevation +

1864f

TrailRank

22

For those like me that are afraid of highs, this path is perfect! The only things to note are that is a bit longer than the one on top of Langihryggur and you will see the volcano and the lava field just at the end (beca...

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Meridalur eldgósið

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Simone - Imagine Iceland

Distance

7.89mi

Elevation +

1050f

TrailRank

22

Path is challenging for ancles and knees in some parts. Few steep hills. But the reward is amazing. Be prepared. And bring warm clothing, snerti and some water. And decent head light if you head out in the night. Decent ...

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Álftanes-Grótta 02.05.2010

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Harald Jóhannesson

Distance

25.28mi

Elevation +

807f

TrailRank

22

First cycling session before trip over Kjölur, which lies over the highlands of Iceland, total about 200 km, this summer. Categorize this as moderate although it´s on the borderline of moderate/easy. Actual time accordin...

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Fagradalsfjall - Geld­inga­dalur

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Paolo Gianfrancesco

Distance

5.18mi

Elevation +

948f

TrailRank

22

Fagradalsfjall is a tuya with multiple prominences on the Reykjanes Peninsula, around 40 kilometres from Reykjavík, Iceland. Its highest summit is Langhóll (385 m). A volcanic eruption began on 19 March 2021 in Geldingad...

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