Hike · The Highlands
Laugavegur
Quick facts
- Laugavegur is 183 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 58 min by car.
- The Laugavegur route is 50 km long and takes about 10 h to walk.
- The nearest town to Laugavegur is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
- Laugavegur is a hike in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Distance | 50 km |
|---|---|
| Walking time | 10 h |
| Difficulty | Hard |
| Nearest town | Kirkjubæjarklaustur |
| From Reykjavík | 183 km by road, about 2 h 58 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 63.9906° N, 19.0616° 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 Laugavegur?
Laugavegur is a hike in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Laugavegur?
Laugavegur is at 63.9906° N, 19.0616° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur. The nearest other sight on our map is Grænagil, a hike about 40 m away in a straight line.
How far is Laugavegur from Reykjavík?
Laugavegur is 183 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 58 min by car.
How do I get to Laugavegur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Laugavegur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
How long does the Laugavegur hike take?
The Laugavegur route is 50 km long and takes about 10 h to walk. It is rated hard. Walking times are estimates from the route's distance and climb, not a guarantee.
Does it cost anything to visit Laugavegur?
We have not verified a fee for Laugavegur. 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 Laugavegur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 106 minutes' drive from Laugavegur. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door.
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 106 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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