MUT Myrdalshlaup Ultra Trail
Landmannalaugar
50 km version of the M'yrdalshlaup trail run.
Trail Running Difficult
- Distance
- 48 km
- Ascent
- 2.3 km
- Descent
- 2.3 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 4 m
- High Point
- 647 m
- Gradient
- 19˚
This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between May and September. From a low point of 4 m to the maximum altitude of 647 m, the route covers 48 km, 2332 vertical metres of ascent and 2321 vertical metres of descent.
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Description
This is a 50 km version of the Mýrdalshlaup trail run. The route goes all the way from the shore to the glacier and back. The scenery is spectacular and the trail are diverse. From nice smooth trails to gnarly paths and steep descents and climbs.
Difficulty
Difficult
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.