Laugavegur 3 Days

Embark on the Laugavegur trek in Iceland, an extraordinary 3-day journey through some of the most stunning landscapes in the world. While the full route spans 80 kilometers and typically takes about 5 days, this condensed itinerary focuses on the most remarkable features. You’ll be immersed in an array of breathtaking landscapes including geothermal hot springs, multicolored rhyolite mountains, vast lava fields, and pristine glacial rivers. Hikers will explore the vivid contrast of vibrant green valleys, black sand deserts, and snow-capped peaks, each day presenting unforgettable scenery.

The adventure starts at Landmannalaugar, renowned for its naturally heated pools and vividly colored mountains, and concludes at Skо́gar or Thórsmörk, famed for the majestic Skо́gafoss waterfall. More details on accessing the starting point are available later on this page. Your trek will include the lush Thorsmork valley, capturing the lush and rugged aspects of Iceland’s terrain.

Key highlights include the serene Álftavatn lake and the dramatic vistas of Thórsmörk valley. Outonome.com supports trekkers with well-prepared plans, featuring crucial information on strategic campsites, shelters, and checkpoints, along with customizable tools and downloadable GPX tracks for a streamlined experience.

1. Day 1 : Landmannalugar to Álftavatn

   Distance : 21.04 km
   Estimated walking time : 07h30
   Elevation gain : 905 meters
   Elevation loss : 952 meters
   Highest altitude : 1056 meters
   Lowest altitude : 544 meters
   Steps reached : Landmannalaugar, Stо́rihver, Höskuldsskáli, Álftavatn
   Country crossed : Iceland

   

2. Day 2 : Álftavatn to Botnar

   Distance : 16.21 km
   Estimated walking time : 04h30
   Elevation gain : 299 meters
   Elevation loss : 371 meters
   Highest altitude : 603 meters
   Lowest altitude : 472 meters
   Steps reached : Álftavatn, Hvanngil, Innri-Emstruá, Botnar
   Country crossed : Iceland

   

3. Day 3 : Botnar to Thо́rsmörk

   Distance : 18.56 km
   Estimated walking time : 05h50
   Elevation gain : 543 meters
   Elevation loss : 775 meters
   Highest altitude : 591 meters
   Lowest altitude : 219 meters
   Steps reached : Botnar, Fremri-Emstruá, Ljо́sá, Langidalur, Thо́rsmörk
   Country crossed : Iceland

   

1. Day 1 : Landmannalugar to Hvanngil

   Distance : 24.90 km
   Estimated walking time : 07h00
   Elevation gain : 1044 meters
   Elevation loss : 1075 meters
   Highest altitude : 1056 meters
   Lowest altitude : 522 meters
   Steps reached : Landmannalaugar, Stо́rihver, Höskuldsskáli, Álftavatn, Hvanngil
   Country crossed : Iceland

   

2. Day 2 : Hvanngil to Thо́rsmörk

   Distance : 30.90 km
   Estimated walking time : 07h35
   Elevation gain : 703 meters
   Elevation loss : 1023 meters
   Highest altitude : 591 meters
   Lowest altitude : 219 meters
   Steps reached : Hvanngil, Innri-Emstruá, Botnar, Fremri-Emstruá, Ljо́sá, Langidalur, Thо́rsmörk
   Country crossed : Iceland

   

3. Day 3 : Thо́rsmörk to Skо́gar

   Distance : 23.37 km
   Estimated walking time : 07h25
   Elevation gain : 1225 meters
   Elevation loss : 1442 meters
   Highest altitude : 1035 meters
   Lowest altitude : 23 meters
   Steps reached : Thо́rsmörk, Heljarkambur, Fimmvörðuháls, Baldvinsskáli, Skо́gá, Efstifoss, Neðstifoss, Króksfoss, Gluggafoss, Kæfufoss, Skálabrekkufoss, Rollutorfufoss, Innri-Fellsfoss, Fremri-Fellsfoss, Steinbogafoss, Fosstorfufoss, Hestavaðsfoss, Skógafoss, Skо́gar
   Country crossed : Iceland