Walking and Trekking in Iceland

This guidebook includes 49 days walks and 10 multi-stage treks including the classic Laugavegur Trail. From short, waymarked walks to challenging glacier crossings, there is something for walkers of all levels of fitness and experience. Includes routes around Reykjavík, the stunning Westfjords, the classic Laugavegur Trail and Hvannadalshnúkur, Iceland's highest mountain With daily distances of 3–25 miles (5–40km), routes range in difficulty from short, easy day walks close to urban areas to lengthy and challenging multi-day treks in Iceland’s remote interior Each walk features a sketch map, clear route descriptions, and key information about distance, ascent, time taken, terrain, transport and recommended detailed maps No special equipment needed for easy routes; full backpacking kit for long-distance trails; ropes, ice axe, crampons and experience for most glacier walks Walks explore geothermal areas, passing close to volcanoes, mud pots, hot springs, lava fields and geysers