Hike · South Iceland

Laki circle

Laki, on the Laki circle route
Photo: Chmee2/Valtameri · CC BY-SA 3.0

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Quick facts

  • Laki circle is 299 km from Reykjavík by road, about 4 h 52 min by car.
  • The Laki circle route is 2.9 km long and takes about 1 h 30 min to walk.
  • The nearest town to Laki circle is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
  • Laki circle is a hike in South Iceland.
Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

The facts

Laki circle: The facts
Distance2.9 km
Ascent218 m
Walking time1 h 30 min
DifficultyModerate
Nearest townKirkjubæjarklaustur
From Reykjavík299 km by road, about 4 h 52 min
RegionSouth Iceland
Coordinates64.0626° N, 18.2445° W

Getting there

Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

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.

Questions people ask

What is Laki circle?

Laki circle is a hike in South Iceland.

Where is Laki circle?

Laki circle is at 64.0626° N, 18.2445° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur. The nearest other sight on our map is Laki, a volcano about 888 m away in a straight line.

How far is Laki circle from Reykjavík?

Laki circle is 299 km from Reykjavík by road, about 4 h 52 min by car.

How do I get to Laki circle?

The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Laki circle, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.

How long does the Laki circle hike take?

The Laki circle route is 2.9 km long and takes about 1 h 30 min to walk. It is rated moderate. The climb is 218 m. Walking times are estimates from the route's distance and climb, not a guarantee.

Does it cost anything to visit Laki circle?

We have not verified a fee for Laki circle. 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.

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Sources

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