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Rauðshaugur

Great view over Egilsstaðir

Hiking Moderate

Distance
9 km
Ascent
324 m
Descent
325 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
135 m
High Point
423 m
Gradient
Rauðshaugur Map

Rauðshaugur is a rock or a hill protruding from the farm Höfði and can be seen widely from Hérað. According to legend it is the burial heap of farmer Rauður or Ásrauður in the sagas and from there two similar heaps can be located, the burial heap Bessahaugur in Fljótsdalur and the heap Ormarshaugur in Fell. Legends has it Rauður was buried with all his riches. People are said to have tried digging into the pile of rocks but always had to give up because of a burning vision of the homestead in Ketilsstadir. Walk the trail from Fagridalur road. (N65°14 -W14°21.156)

Difficulty

Moderate

Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be 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 May and October

Features

  • Picturesque
  • Dog friendly
  • Family friendly