Laugavegur

Iceland’s most iconic trek, a journey through otherworldly landscapes of neon-green moss, rainbow-colored rhyolite mountains, jet-black obsidian deserts, and glacial rivers.

54 km

TOTAL LENGHT

4 days

DURATION

1100 m

MAX ELEVATION

THE ROUTE

Trail map

Download GPX file

HIKE DETAILS

Stages

  • Landmannalaugar - Hrafntinnusker
    12 km
  • Hrafntinnusker - Álftavatn
    12 km
  • Álftavatn - Emstrur
    16 km
  • da Emstrur - Þórsmörk
    15 km

Best time to go

Spring

march-june

Autumn

semptember-november

Summer

june-semptember

winter

november-march

Final Tips from Local Guides

  • Check the Wardens: Always talk to the hut wardens (Skáli) before starting a leg. They have the most accurate, hour-by-hour weather updates and know if the rivers are safe to cross.
  • Respect the Moss: Never step off the trail. Icelandic moss takes decades to grow and seconds to destroy. Staying on the path is a matter of environmental ethics and safety.

Packing List

  • High-End Hardshell Jacket & Pants
  • River Crossing Shoes
  • Thermal Base Layers
  • Sturdy Waterproof Hiking Boots
  • Neoprene Socks
  • Tent Stakes for Sand/Rock
  • GPX & Paper Map
  • Internal Pack Liner
  • High-Calorie Snacks
  • Sleep Mask
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