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Rangárhnjúkur

Easy hike // 3-4 hrs

Hiking Easy

Distance
13 km
Ascent
715 m
Descent
713 m
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
166 m
High Point
575 m
Gradient
11˚
Rangárhnjúkur Map

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be easy. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between April and October. From a low point of 166 m to the maximum altitude of 575 m, the route covers 13 km, 715 vertical metres of ascent and 713 vertical metres of descent.

Description

It is most convenient to walk up along the old road from Fjallsel farm. When you arrive there turn off the road to the right and walk onto Rangárhnúkur where you will find the cylinder with the visitors’ log and stamp

Difficulty

Easy

Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between April and October

Features

  • Dog friendly
  • Family friendly