Vífilsfell
Great short hike right outside of Reykjavik
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 3.2 km
- Ascent
- 484 m
- Descent
- 18 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 179 m
- High Point
- 645 m
- Gradient
- 18˚
Easy short hike right outside Reykjavik with great views in all directions over the capital area and the south coast and a great spot to watch the mid night sun creeping over the horizon.
Description
And on good summer days you can see gliders passing right by and the airport below, a plane spotters dream
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Dog friendly
- Water features
- Family friendly