Viking Hiking
Hallormsstadur Forest Hike
The Hallormsstadur forest is probably one of the most "Scandinavian" areas in Iceland. Here you can find lush mosses and actual high trees, divided by streams and ponds. An idyllic place that is rarely frequented by tourists. Throughout the hike, enjoy the views over the lake Lagarflót. Legend has it that a large monster lives in the lake, chained to its bottom by a mighty viking hero! For a refreshment after the hike, checkout the nearby Hotel Hallormsstadur.
hike
type
2 hours
duration
6 km
distance
1/5
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Details
duration
2 hours
distance
6 km
difficulty
1/5 - Easy forest hike on wide paths and clear signage.
tourist density
low
Nearby
Food & Drink
Salt Café & Bistro, Miðvangur 2, Egilsstaðir, Island
Toilets
Hotel Hallormsstadur, Hallormsstadur, 701 Egilsstaðir, Island
Supermarkets
Nettó, 6, 700, Kaupvangur, Egilsstaðir, Iceland
Supermarkets
Bónus, Þjóðvegur, Egilsstaðir, Iceland
Hotels and camp grounds
Camp Egilsstaðir, Kaupvangur 17, 700 Egilsstaðir, Iceland
Hotels and camp grounds
Icelandair Hotel Herad, Miðvangur 1-7, 700 Egilsstaðir, Iceland
Hotels and camp grounds
Hotel Hallormsstadur, Hallormsstadur, 701 Egilsstaðir, Island
Location
(Nearest) address
Hallormsstadur, 701 Egilsstaðir, Iceland
Accessiblity
Directly at paved road, a few minutes of out Egilsstaðir
GPS Coordinates
65.095390, -14.737902
Distance to Reykjavík
Reykjavík is 640 km away. It takes about 510 minutes (or 8.5 hours) to drive by car.
Distance to nearest town
Egilsstaðir is the nearest city at 32 km distance. It takes about 30 minutes (or 0.5 hours) to drive by car.
Parking
Summary
Large, paved parking area
Way to start of hike
Walk back down the road and take the second right. The hike starts behind the large white house.
GPS Coordinates
65.092733, -14.740756
Google Maps Plus Code
37V5+4P Brekka, Iceland
Capacity
around 30
Security
none, but frequent pedestrians
Alternative
none, but frequent pedestrians
Costs
free
Tips for visiting
Recommended Car Type
normal cars, no 4x4-drive needed.
Don't miss
The scandic forest feel and the views over the Lagarfljót lake.
Recommended Equipment
Sports shoes
Photo Opportunities
Westwards over the Lagarfljót lake.
Animals to see
Forest birds
Do's and don't
Stay on the paths, don't leave trash behind - especially on the picknick areas!