The Best Trails in Westfjords (Iceland)

Rekavik bak Höfn - Hvannadalur - Rekavik bak Höfn

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Eisfuchs

Distance

3.06mi

Elevation +

499f

TrailRank

29

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This track leads from Rekavik bak Höfn (the neighbouring valley of Höfn/Hornvik) on a trail along the steep coast to Hvannadalur, a small valley similar to a bowl, where you have a marvellous view from above into the ver...

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Mýrafell

Alpine Climbing

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Leifur Hákonarson

Distance

2.54mi

Elevation +

807f

TrailRank

29| 4.33

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Located on either side of the fjord Dýrafjörður are two mountains named Sandafell and Mýrafell which, with a bit of imagination, seem to resemble upside-down boats. Growing up in Þingeyri Sandafell was my playground in c...

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Isafjordur

Trail Running

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luchino_prince

Distance

7.21mi

Elevation +

2021f

TrailRank

28

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Run/excursion in snowy conditions to the top of a fiord! Amazing, but very tiring due to snowy conditions

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Látrabjarg

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Dorfmeister

Distance

1.09mi

Elevation +

230f

TrailRank

28

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The westernmost point of Iceland is Látrabjarg where one of Europe's most impressive cliffs is located. The cliff is fourteen kilometers long and at its highest point no less than 440 meters high. This short walk explore...

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Tunguvatn - Tálknafjörður

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landakort

Distance

1.96mi

Elevation +

105f

TrailRank

28

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I just logged the way back from Tunguvatn to Tálknafjörður. So please start at the end and walk back the same way. The path is marked with sticks (partially missing) and a few cairns. The little creek running down from T...

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Dynjandi waterfall

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Dorfmeister

Distance

0.99mi

Elevation +

344f

TrailRank

28

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I have seen a lot of waterfalls in Iceland, but none have stayed with me as much as the Dynjandi in the Westfjords. The waterfall is about a hundred meters high in total and has an impressive water curtain, especially at...

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Walk from tender cruise terminal

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Brian Daman

Distance

9.01mi

Elevation +

1152f

TrailRank

28| 4.33

Start with a nice trail, the path fromvthe top to the river is hard, slipery and steep, some areas there is a rope to help you. Very nice waterfals

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Flateyri village walk

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Dorfmeister

Distance

1.36mi

Elevation +

108f

TrailRank

27

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Flateyri is a small village in the Westfjords that is famous for a tragic event. In 1995 a landslide hit the fishing village and part of the village was buried under rubble. Twenty people unfortunately lost their lives. ...

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Arnarnúpur

Alpine Climbing

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Leifur Hákonarson

Distance

5.69mi

Elevation +

2136f

TrailRank

27| 4.67

Strictly speaking this file describes an ascent of "Eyrarfjall" because that is the name of the mountain - "Arnarnúpur" refers to the vertical northern flank of the mountain. Since the precipice is the main attraction, I...

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Tungudalur, Súgandafjörður

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soffia guðrún Kr Jóhannsdóttir

Distance

6.63mi

Elevation +

1237f

TrailRank

27

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Difficult route, climbing in rocks. Usually foggy. If you hike it go down the right way down the left one is really strap and dangerous.

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Laftavatn loop trail

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mcigler

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Distance

9.54mi

Elevation +

1342f

TrailRank

27

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Moderate loop trail, the way up goes along a simple trail, the way down the 4x4 road. At the top you can continue on the path to the cliffs.

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Látrabjarg round

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kleppur

Distance

8.41mi

Elevation +

4449f

TrailRank

27

Starts at the old road to Keflavík. Turn left at the jeep track that brings you to the point where the rescue team descended to help the shipwrecked people. Turn right on a footpath and walk along the cliff towards west...

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Hornvik -> Hornbjarg (Lighthouse)

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CaelanSea

Distance

3.72mi

Elevation +

2067f

TrailRank

27

From the Hornvik ranger station and campsite directly to the Hornbjarg lighthouse, where you can rent a bed for the night if so you choose (8000 ISK). This was my first time doing this trail so I can't attest to it bein...

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Kaldbakshorn

Alpine Climbing

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Leifur Hákonarson

Distance

6.53mi

Elevation +

1831f

TrailRank

26| 4.0

We were on our way to Norðurfjörður to embark on a hike to Reykjafjörður - this presented us with an opportunity to bag one of the "151 peaks" en passant. It was a bit foggy when we left the cars but the weather improved...

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Hornstrandir - Extended Version

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Trekking Berserker

Distance

135.94mi

Elevation +

17854f

TrailRank

25

A 2-weeks-hike in the Strandir- and Hornstrandir-region of Iceland. The hike starts at Grunnavík and continues to the east around Drangajökull along Snæfjallaströnd, Kaldalón, Ófeigsfjörður, Drangavík and Furufjörður...

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Westfjords, Hornstrandir: Búrfell - Hesteyri

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kleppur

Distance

2.58mi

Elevation +

3f

TrailRank

25

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hike from the incredibly fantastic viewpoint of Búrfell to campsite of Hesteyri. The first part is a bit steep with shingle. In early juli some snowfields.

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SELARDALUR-KROSSADALUR 2011-07-25

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bjorsig

Distance

6.39mi

Elevation +

1417f

TrailRank

25

Hike from Selárdalur, Uppsölum to Krossadalur. From Krossadalur there is a short but steep and rather difficult path to the road towards Tálknafjörður.

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Holmavik Horses with Víctor Orn (Strandahestar)

Horseback Riding

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Daniel Diez Campoy

Distance

9.02mi

Elevation +

1056f

TrailRank

24

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At 2km of Holmavik you can find the Vididalsa Farm The owners are Victor Orn and his wife. Victor is a very professional guide. Perfect for beginners and experimented riders Visit his website in strandahestar.is

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Kaldalon-Reykjarfjordur-Hrafnfjordur

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Ragnar Heiðar

Distance

30.31mi

Elevation +

5335f

TrailRank

24

Hike from Kaldalon over Drangajokull Glacier to Reykjarfjordur where the family cabin is located by the swimingpool (1 day). From Reykjarfjordur to Hrafnfjordur (1 day)

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Vaðalfjöll

Alpine Climbing

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Leifur Hákonarson

Distance

4.94mi

Elevation +

1640f

TrailRank

23

These twin peaks are composed of vertically aligned columnar basalt and constitute the last remnants of highly eroded volcanic craters. The easiest ascent is from the west, up the cleft between the two peaks and then on ...

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Þingmannaá og Lambagil (Vatnsdalsvatn)

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rebefumi

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Distance

5.45mi

Elevation +

1276f

TrailRank

23

We started visiting the beautiful chain of waterfalls of Þingmannaá and continue doing the Lambagil trail. The path is very well marked and the views are awesome. We did counter clockwise so there was a very steep descen...

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TREKYLLISHEIDI

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Arnthor

Distance

30.32mi

Elevation +

5358f

TrailRank

23

Excellent mountain biking route leading to one of Iceland´s most remote settlements . Rough 4x4 track with considerable elevation gain. Recommended for full suspension bikes, MTB bikepacking gear and traveling light.

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Drangsnes

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Giraud Isabelle

Distance

2.72mi

Elevation +

1047f

TrailRank

23

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Easy hike with a beautiful view at the top. You just have to follow the yellow signpost but if you miss one, don't worry, you can't be lost.

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Hloduvik to Hornvik

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Stephanie Hahn

Distance

6.98mi

Elevation +

1631f

TrailRank

23

Foggy, a couple accidental detours from the route but mostly on track. Decided to stay in Hornvik for the night due to storm coming in.

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Flókalundur - Penna waterfall

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BaerTobias

Distance

1.15mi

Elevation +

75f

TrailRank

23

This easy quicky leads along a romantic little canyon with a small river over pleasant birch shrubs to a cauldron with a waterfall. It's a great little stopover on your way to the West Fjords. It has a picnic table at th...

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