Botnlangalón - Hólaskjól
Hiking from Botnlangalón to Hólaskjól
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 52 km
- Ascent
- 2.1 km
- Descent
- 2.3 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 322 m
- High Point
- 1.1 km
- Gradient
- 17˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between June and August. From a low point of 322 m to the maximum altitude of 1.1 km, the route covers 52 km, 2067 vertical metres of ascent and 2340 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Day1: Botnlangalón to Sveinstindur, Day 2: Sveinstindur - Skælingar, Day 3: Skælingar - Hólaskjól
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Water features