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  • Iceland, Landmannalaugar to Thorsmork

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    near Skógar, Suðurland (Lýðveldið Ísland)
    Author
    Problema
    Distance
    36.53mi
    Elevation +
    5338f
    TrailRank
    49| Rating 4.33
    Photo ofIceland, Landmannalaugar to Thorsmork Photo ofIceland, Landmannalaugar to Thorsmork Photo ofIceland, Landmannalaugar to Thorsmork

    Day 1 = Landmannalaugar Park Trailhead to Hrafntinussker Hut. Do not start this trek without first visiting the hot springs at the park/trailhead. They're certain to be crowded, and many of the bathers chose to bathe au...

    Hi! Thanks for sharing! The trail is easy to follow and all the info is correct. We did it this July 2015 and had a b...
    Seneketh
    Yay! I did it! Your info was exactly what I found on the trail. I had better weather than you did in your experience, t...
    Traipse
    очень рекомендую, маршрут достаточно простой и очень живописный
    Avemondo

  • Hafnarfjall 22.04.2010

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    near Borgarnes, Vesturland (Ísland)
    Author
    Harald Jóhannesson
    Distance
    4.40mi
    Elevation +
    2454f
    TrailRank
    49| Rating 4.84
    Photo ofHafnarfjall 22.04.2010 Photo ofHafnarfjall 22.04.2010 Photo ofHafnarfjall 22.04.2010

    First day of Summer according to Icelandic tradition. Anyway still kind of Winter looking and Icy on the top. Excellent weather though and a great view

    Thanks for this track. It was an amazing walk in the wintertime and it‘s, as you wrote easy except the last meters to th...
    Skorwider
    Thank you for uploading this wonderful trial! Today I enjoyed to follow your trail and it was excellent, with fantastic ...
    Schmetterling24

  • Ring Road (R1), Iceland, day 6

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    near Fagurhólsmýri, Austurland (Ísland)
    Author
    Maria e António
    Distance
    176.14mi
    Elevation +
    12415f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofRing Road (R1), Iceland, day 6 Photo ofRing Road (R1), Iceland, day 6 Photo ofRing Road (R1), Iceland, day 6

    Iceland road trip, on the Ring Road, day 6 From Skaftafell Camping site to Egilsstadir. 1- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon: we took a boat tour into the lagoon 2- The Diamond Beach Description asap

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  • Hólshyrna

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    near Siglufjörður, Norðurland Eystra (Ísland)
    Author
    johanna.arnorsdottir@gmail.com
    Distance
    6.09mi
    Elevation +
    2251f
    TrailRank
    48| Rating 2.17
    Photo ofHólshyrna Photo ofHólshyrna Photo ofHólshyrna

    Hólshyrna is the characteristic moutain for Siglufjörður, right in the bottom of the fjord, between the two valleys Skútudalur to the east and Hólsdalur to the west. We start the hike at the parking lot just in front of ...

    Not okay.
    Oliver Alatalo
    There was no actual route. And from the top it was really hard to get down… not for first timers
    Alina Vaarno

  • Reykjadalur (Steam Valley) - hot river bathing - Grænsdalur loop

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    near Hveragerði, Suðurland (Lýðveldið Ísland)
    Author
    dukeigi
    with Daniela vA
    Distance
    6.71mi
    Elevation +
    2572f
    TrailRank
    48| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofReykjadalur (Steam Valley) - hot river bathing - Grænsdalur loop Photo ofReykjadalur (Steam Valley) - hot river bathing - Grænsdalur loop Photo ofReykjadalur (Steam Valley) - hot river bathing - Grænsdalur loop

    First off, this is an amazing hike just 45min drive from Reykjavik, if you have the time, definitely do it. Start the hike at the Dalakaffi parking spot. I've seen people walk to the warm river in Flip-flops but for t...

    Good trail
    Jon Bjarnason
    Really nice hike! Went to the warm river by following the “tourist-highway” . Lovely to go back the other way around. Be...
    Andreas5800
    Great hike, it's a must for everyone.
    Norbert Zoho

  • Laugavegur - variant

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    near Skeiðflötur, Vestur-Skaftafellssysla (Ísland)
    Author
    Leifur Hákonarson
    Distance
    33.66mi
    Elevation +
    6204f
    TrailRank
    48| Rating 4.34
    Photo ofLaugavegur - variant Photo ofLaugavegur - variant

    When I was asked to upload the Laugavegur trail I found that although I've hiked this route often in recent years I have never actually followed the "official" trail over its entire length. Rather than stitch together a ...

    One of the most beautiful trails I've done. Everchanging, unique scenery, great trail planning. Weather conditions affe...
    partyzan
    yay!
    Problema

  • Skaftafell. Svartifoss - Sjónarsker - Sel

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    near Skaftafell, Austurland (Lýðveldið Ísland)
    Author
    Kinabalu
    Distance
    3.74mi
    Elevation +
    778f
    TrailRank
    48| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofSkaftafell. Svartifoss - Sjónarsker - Sel Photo ofSkaftafell. Svartifoss - Sjónarsker - Sel Photo ofSkaftafell. Svartifoss - Sjónarsker - Sel

    Beautiful circular route in Skaftafell, in the southern part of Vatnajökull National Park. The route goes first to the famous Svartifoss waterfall, later goes to Sjónarster hill, where there is a spectacular view. From t...

    With ice/snow the use of crampons is highly recommended
    Itapita

  • Sel-Grensdalur-Reykjadalur-Sel

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    near Hveragerði, Suðurland (Lýðveldið Ísland)
    Author
    mr.roots
    Distance
    7.24mi
    Elevation +
    1178f
    TrailRank
    48| Rating 2.0
    Photo ofSel-Grensdalur-Reykjadalur-Sel Photo ofSel-Grensdalur-Reykjadalur-Sel Photo ofSel-Grensdalur-Reykjadalur-Sel

    This track starts at the school hut of the Junior College in Reykjavík; Menntaskólasetrið. It leads up the valley Grensdalur, where there are numerous hot springs, mud puds and colorful precipitation in the soil. The tra...

    The path ended around 500 metres after the pass, so-we have to return to go to Hveragerdi.
    Jacqueline van Dooren

  • Iceland East - Vatnsdalur Valley

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    near Höfn, Austurland (Lýðveldið Ísland)
    Author
    tbk
    Distance
    4.88mi
    Elevation +
    748f
    TrailRank
    47
    Photo ofIceland East - Vatnsdalur Valley Photo ofIceland East - Vatnsdalur Valley Photo ofIceland East - Vatnsdalur Valley

    Iceland East - Snæfellsleið (F909) - Vatnsdalur Valley This valley is at the East side of Iceland, north of Snaefell Mountain. Starting point for hiking. Nice and easy hiking path if you have extra time after Snaefe...

  • Hólsfjall Tröllatindar: 07 NOV 2009 09:47

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    near Staðastaður, Vesturland (Ísland)
    Author
    Gussler
    Distance
    7.95mi
    Elevation +
    3383f
    TrailRank
    47
    Photo ofHólsfjall Tröllatindar: 07 NOV 2009 09:47 Photo ofHólsfjall Tröllatindar: 07 NOV 2009 09:47 Photo ofHólsfjall Tröllatindar: 07 NOV 2009 09:47

    Hiking in Snaefellsnes mountains with marvellus view over mountains to east and west plus glacier Snæfellsjökull (Snaefellsjokull). First 350 altitude upp steep hill but rather easy after that.

  • Þórðarhöfði

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    near Hofsós, Norðurland Vestra (Lýðveldið Ísland)
    Author
    EliziR
    Distance
    7.04mi
    Elevation +
    696f
    TrailRank
    47
    Photo ofÞórðarhöfði Photo ofÞórðarhöfði Photo ofÞórðarhöfði

    [Català] Excursió cap a Þórðarhöfði. Només hi ha camí marcat al principi. Unes vistes excepcionals. És millor tornar pel tram d'anada (més al nord) que no pas pel què hi ha marcat perquè és millor zona. [English] R...

  • HEIM - Reykjavik historical statues (EN)

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    near Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði (Ísland)
    Author
    HeiM Project - Heritage in Motion
    Distance
    1.99mi
    Elevation +
    46f
    TrailRank
    46
    Photo ofHEIM - Reykjavik historical statues (EN) Photo ofHEIM - Reykjavik historical statues (EN) Photo ofHEIM - Reykjavik historical statues (EN)

    The walk between statues in Reykjavik can be described as a walk through a mixture of European and Icelandic art history. Most of the artists were educated in art schools on the mainland of Europe and it shows in their w...

  • Almannavegur yfir Ódáðahraun

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    near Reykjahlíð, Norðurland Eystra (Ísland)
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    wapniaki w drodze
    Distance
    40.12mi
    Elevation +
    1998f
    TrailRank
    46
    Photo ofAlmannavegur yfir Ódáðahraun Photo ofAlmannavegur yfir Ódáðahraun Photo ofAlmannavegur yfir Ódáðahraun

    No water no clear path no people not so many good places for tent the idea of ​​this hike + cairns numbers taken from book : Ingvar Teitsson - Almannavegur yfir Ódáðahraun

  • Skjaldbreiður 1060m Winter offroad

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    near Laugarvatn, Suðurland (Ísland)
    Author
    Jakub_
    Distance
    40.40mi
    Elevation +
    5440f
    TrailRank
    46
    Photo ofSkjaldbreiður 1060m Winter offroad Photo ofSkjaldbreiður 1060m Winter offroad Photo ofSkjaldbreiður 1060m Winter offroad

    3 Super jeeps offroad whole way to the top Skjaldbreiđur 1060m hight. Super adventure with great companny 4x4 enthusiasts. Thanks to Axel, best offroad driver in Selfoss. Video from this trip: https://www.youtube.com/...

  • Innstidalur - Sleggjubeinaskarð

    Mountain Bike
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    near Hveragerðisbær, Suðurland (Lýðveldið Ísland)
    Author
    Ballenapez
    with Larusarni
    Distance
    8.55mi
    Elevation +
    722f
    TrailRank
    46| Rating 4.33
    Photo ofInnstidalur - Sleggjubeinaskarð Photo ofInnstidalur - Sleggjubeinaskarð Photo ofInnstidalur - Sleggjubeinaskarð

    Nice little track with good climbs, flowy singletrack and technical downhill section at the end. Start from the parking lot at Sleggjubeinaskarð and head back on the tarmac towards the main powerplant. Soon after take a...

    The downhill part in the end has been ruined, the path has been modified for hikers with stairs and steps so the flow is...
    Andrea Sigurðardóttir
    Interesting area and nice track but the final downhill with steep abrupt sections and loose grit looked a bit too scary ...
    mieva
    Surprising range of diversity in terms of trail material in only 14km. Gravel roads to quite technical rocky sections, m...
    Larusarni

  • Hafursfell 2012-09-22 18:05:11

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Rauðamelur, Vesturland (Lýðveldið Ísland)
    Author
    Gussler
    Distance
    9.91mi
    Elevation +
    2884f
    TrailRank
    46
    Photo ofHafursfell 2012-09-22 18:05:11 Photo ofHafursfell 2012-09-22 18:05:11 Photo ofHafursfell 2012-09-22 18:05:11

    Great hike at Hafursfell and suprising view and walking after narrow trail. Wold be ranked as Moderate if you skip peak 2 (Stillur).

  • Ok volcano from Húsafell, Iceland (08-03-18)

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    near Ás, Vesturland (Lýðveldið Ísland)
    Author
    Alex_Mazaira
    Distance
    17.02mi
    Elevation +
    4806f
    TrailRank
    46
    Photo ofOk volcano from Húsafell, Iceland (08-03-18) Photo ofOk volcano from Húsafell, Iceland (08-03-18) Photo ofOk volcano from Húsafell, Iceland (08-03-18)

    The Ok is a typical shield volcano with a very wide base compared to its height. This basically means that you have to walk a lot to get to the top, although the slopes are normally very gentle. The steepest part of this...

  • Iceland South - Thakgil - Þakgil

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    near Vík í Mýrdal, Suðurland (Lýðveldið Ísland)
    Author
    tbk
    Distance
    6.89mi
    Elevation +
    1667f
    TrailRank
    46| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofIceland South - Thakgil - Þakgil Photo ofIceland South - Thakgil - Þakgil Photo ofIceland South - Thakgil - Þakgil

    Road from Vik - Route 1 - Route 214 Parking - Camping Thakgil - Þakgil Start here many walking trials with view on Katla Volcano and Myrdalsjokull Glacier

    We started the hike a bit before Þakgil. Beautiful mountains, but cloudy so we didn't see the glacier.
    joeljons

  • Skaftafell, Kristínartindar

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    near Skaftafell, Austurland (Lýðveldið Ísland)
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    lorena_m
    Distance
    11.37mi
    Elevation +
    2835f
    TrailRank
    46
    Photo ofSkaftafell, Kristínartindar Photo ofSkaftafell, Kristínartindar Photo ofSkaftafell, Kristínartindar

    Great hike with fantastic views of the Skaftafell and Morsar glaciers and of the Svartifoss waterfall. The S5 and S3 parts of the trail is moderate. However, the S4 part of the trail is difficult and probably not for sui...

  • Hveragerdi Reykjadalur hot river hike

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    near Hveragerði, Suðurland (Lýðveldið Ísland)
    Author
    leondolman
    Distance
    4.69mi
    Elevation +
    873f
    TrailRank
    45| Rating 4.92
    Photo ofHveragerdi Reykjadalur hot river hike Photo ofHveragerdi Reykjadalur hot river hike Photo ofHveragerdi Reykjadalur hot river hike

    Source: afar.com ICELANDIC HOT SPRING RIVER HIKE The town of Hveragerdi, 40 minutes west of Reykjavik is known for it's intense geothermal activity. I read online (thanks wikitravel) that about an hour's hike north o...

    Great experience in the snow. Got quite lucky with the weather, clear sky. May be quite tricky if visibility isn't good.
    Fen Ferreira
    Super cadre de rando ! Et la fin avec le baignade est super !!
    Pohu
    Great hike, with a hot bath in the river...just arrive early to be alone
    Trodonski

  • Snæfellsjökull traverse

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Ólafsvík, Vesturland (Ísland)
    Author
    Leifur Hákonarson
    Distance
    6.99mi
    Elevation +
    4751f
    TrailRank
    45| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofSnæfellsjökull traverse Photo ofSnæfellsjökull traverse Photo ofSnæfellsjökull traverse

    I've wanted to do this for a long time - and then I went ahead and did it :-) We had been having a heat wave for days, the temperature hovered around 20°C and there was no wind. Luckily I had plenty of liquids because...

    Hey! Thank you so much for sharing this track. Could you please tell us the current state of the road? Is it feasible wi...
    elius94

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