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Traditional Turf House – Álfaborg (City of Elves) loop from Álfaborg

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Borgarfjarðarhreppur

Traditional Turf House – Álfaborg (City of Elves) loop from Álfaborg

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Traditional Turf House – Álfaborg (City of Elves) loop from Álfaborg

00:48

3.10km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: June 19, 2026

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Álfaborg

Waypoints

Start point

Hotel

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490 m

Puffin Mural

Highlight • Monument

839 m

Boga Liar Swing

Highlight • Structure

A high swing over the sea. A highlight in any weather.

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870 m

Traditional Turf House

Highlight • Monument

Here you can see a traditional sod house with a lovingly decorated garden.

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954 m

Lindarbakki Turf House

Highlight • Monument

One of the main attractions is this pretty house, whose walls are covered with grass. It provides the best protection against wind and weather.

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1.39 km

Álfaborg (City of Elves)

Highlight • Natural Monument

… is the headquarters of the elves in Iceland. When you visit, they look forward to your respect and a gift 😉

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2.47 km

Landmine explosion near Sauðabani

Highlight • Historical Site

2.60 km

Musterið Spa & Wellness

Highlight • Rest Area

A new highlight has recently opened in the resort: a fine spa and wellness area with hot tubs, a pool, and a sauna. Those who like it can also book a beer bath.

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3.10 km

End point

Hotel

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.27 km

1.14 km

501 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.30 km

259 m

241 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Saturday 27 June

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Traditional Turf House – Álfaborg (City of Elves) loop from Álfaborg

Puffin Mural

Boga Liar Swing

Traditional Turf House

Lindarbakki Turf House

Álfaborg (City of Elves)

Landmine explosion near Sauðabani

Musterið Spa & Wellness

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