Bláhnúkur Summit – View of Bláhnúkur loop from Landmannalaugar

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Bláhnúkur Summit – View of Bláhnúkur loop from Landmannalaugar

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Bláhnúkur Summit – View of Bláhnúkur loop from Landmannalaugar

02:47

6.35km

280m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

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After 585 m for 3.86 km

After 6.26 km for 93 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.40 km

Viewpoint

2.08 km

Bláhnúkur Summit

Highlight • Summit

Great view over the colorful mountains of Landmannalaugar. The climb over the northeast ridge is difficult, the descent on the west side followed by a clockwise arc back to Landmannalaugar …

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2.08 km

Bláhnúkur Hike, Landmannalaugar

Highlight • Summit

3.94 km

Valley of Colorful Stones

Highlight • Natural

Not only do the mountains around Landmannalaugar shimmer in bright colors, but stones of all shades can also be found in this valley. The valley is crossed before the ascent …

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4.76 km

View of Laugahraun

Highlight • Natural Monument

Laugahraun is a large lava field of obsidian

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5.31 km

Landmannalaugar Rock Formations

Highlight • Natural Monument

Magnificent rock massifs made of different materials can be viewed in amazement on an easier tour

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5.56 km

Landmannalaugar Colors

Highlight • Natural Monument

5.62 km

View of Bláhnúkur

Highlight • Viewpoint

Many Iceland travelers have little time in their luggage, but you should tackle this hike because there is a lot to discover.

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6.35 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.34 km

Surfaces

6.15 km

179 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Bláhnúkur Summit – View of Bláhnúkur loop from Landmannalaugar

Bláhnúkur Summit

Bláhnúkur Hike, Landmannalaugar

Valley of Colorful Stones

View of Laugahraun

Landmannalaugar Rock Formations

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View of Bláhnúkur

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