Hike · West Iceland
Glymur trail
Glymur – gönguleið
Leads to: Glymur
Quick facts
- Glymur trail is 71 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 8 min by car.
- The Glymur trail route is 6.5 km there and back (3.2 km one way) and takes about 1 h 15 min to walk.
- The nearest town to Glymur trail is Borgarnes.
- Glymur trail is a hike in West Iceland.
The facts
| Distance | 3.2 km one way |
|---|---|
| Walking time | 1 h 15 min there and back |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
| From Reykjavík | 71 km by road, about 1 h 8 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.3853° N, 21.2945° W |
Getting there
Directions go to the sight's mapped point. For a mountain, glacier or lake that can be well away from the road, so park only in marked areas and walk from there.
Stay on marked paths, leave no trace and close gates behind you. Driving off-road is illegal in Iceland.
Areas can be closed at short notice to protect them. Check the official page before travelling.
Questions people ask
What is Glymur trail?
Glymur trail is a hike in West Iceland.
Where is Glymur trail?
Glymur trail is at 64.3853° N, 21.2945° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Þvottahellir, a cave about 1.2 km away in a straight line.
How far is Glymur trail from Reykjavík?
Glymur trail is 71 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 8 min by car.
How do I get to Glymur trail?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Glymur trail, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
How long does the Glymur trail hike take?
The Glymur trail route is 6.5 km there and back (3.2 km one way) and takes about 1 h 15 min to walk. It is rated easy. Walking times are estimates from the route's distance and climb, not a guarantee.
Where does the Glymur trail route lead?
The Glymur trail route leads to Glymur.
Does it cost anything to visit Glymur trail?
We have not verified a fee for Glymur trail. Some landowners charge for parking or entry, so check the signs on arrival. Iceland's right of public access comes with duties: stay on marked paths and leave no trace.
Where can you swim near Glymur trail?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 40 minutes' drive from Glymur trail. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (53 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (60 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
- 40 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 53 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 60 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 64 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 67 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 71 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
- OpenStreetMap (ODbL-1.0)
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