How do you do the Laugavegur trail?
How do you do the Laugavegur trail?
Typically, you start in Landmannalaugar and head to Thorsmork, going north to south. From Thorsmark, you can take a bus back to Reykjavik. Or, you could continue hiking an extra day or two to Skogar (Laugavegur to Skogar). You could also go south to north, starting in Skogar or Thorsmork and heading to Landmannalaugar.
How many days do you need in laugavegur?
The Laugavegur Trail is a 34 mile (55 km) one-way trail between Landmannalaugar and Thorsmork. On average it takes 3-4 days, but could be done in 2 days if you prefer long days on the trail.
Is hiking in Iceland difficult?
Given that the change in elevation is quite large over a relatively short distance, the trail is pretty steep, so hiking it can be a bit of a challenge. But it’ll probably be the most beautiful challenge you have ever had!
Do you need 4×4 to Landmannalaugar?
The roads going into Landmannalaugar are only open during the summertime. The highland roads are not paved, and the road conditions can quickly change due to weather, so we recommend driving a 4×4 rental car. There are no insurances in Iceland that cover water damages, so crossing rivers is the driver’s responsibility.
How busy is the Laugavegur trail?
It’s busy, it’s incredibly nice and it’s worth doing. It took us 2 days to hike it but most of people take longer. To reach the starting points (Landmannalaugar or Thórsmörk), there are direct buses from all of the important places around including Reykjavík. It’s possible to hitchhike but it takes time.
Where does the Laugavegur trail end?
Day 3: Emstrur to Þórsmörk(10 miles) Finally, you’ll continue down the trail to a final river crossing before reaching the well-maintained hut and campground at Þórsmörk and the end of the Laugavegur Trail!
What makes a hiking trail difficulty?
Hard hikes are more difficult. When we rate a trail hard, it should be because the trail has many inclines or steep hills; a long, steady climb; many steps or stairs; and roots, slippery rocks or other difficult terrain. Footing is usually very irregular, uneven or otherwise more unpredictable.
Are there bears in Iceland?
Unlike other Arctic locations like Alaska or Canada, there are no bears in Iceland! The last polar bears in Iceland were gone by the end of the last Ice Age so if you are worried about running into bears, Iceland is the perfect place for you to visit.