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View of Grótta Lighthouse – Grótta Lighthouse loop from Reykjavik

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View of Grótta Lighthouse – Grótta Lighthouse loop from Reykjavik

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View of Grótta Lighthouse – Grótta Lighthouse loop from Reykjavik

01:14

12.0km

30m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

2.14 km

Seltjarnarneskirkja

Highlight • Religious Site

Located on the hill the church provides a good place to rest with a view over the sea.

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2

7.09 km

View of the Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

Iceland is a Nordic island nation whose spectacular landscape is characterized by volcanoes, geysers, thermal springs, and lava fields. The Vatnajökull and Snæfellsjökull National Parks are protected areas for the …

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3

7.76 km

View of Grótta Lighthouse

Highlight • Viewpoint

The tide table and times when you can not enter Grótta are announced before the crossing.

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4

8.00 km

Grótta Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

When visiting the lighthouse, be sure to read the attached tide table.
At the bird breeding season (dates are announced) the area around the lighthouse is closed.

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5

8.06 km

View of Esja

Highlight • Viewpoint

There is a small hot pot nearby where you can warm your feet.

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6

10.3 km

Coastal Path

Highlight • Trail

7

10.7 km

Beach with Wildlife

Highlight • Beach

B

12.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.7 km

304 m

Surfaces

7.72 km

2.11 km

2.04 km

161 m

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