Holmatungur

01 · Character of the route

Is this one for you?

Remote Uncrowded

compiled from map data (OSM) and points of interest along the route — no editorial layer

02 · The story

What makes this route special

path nr.28 from Rother Wanderführer, Island

source: OpenStreetMap description · editorial text coming

03 · 3 points along the route

What will you encounter?

3× Attraction

0 km 15,3 km

Kallbjarg Attraction · 70 m off route 2,1 km 14%

Glöppa Attraction · 76 m off route 2,1 km 14%

Karl og Kerling Attraction · 345 m off route 2,1 km 14%

· Elevation profile

How tough is this route?

ascent +120 m descent −120 m elevation range –

0 km 7,7 km 15,3 km

04 · Landmarks

Steady waypoints

Start

Quarter of the way

Halfway

Three quarters

Finish

05 · Intersecting routes

Where you meet other trails

Hljóðaklettar - Rauðhólar

RW_ISL27

06 · From the trail

Through the eyes of hikers

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What hikers experienced

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08 · Before you go

Answers to common questions

How long is the Holmatungur hiking route?

Holmatungur is 15.3 km long.

How long does it take to walk Holmatungur?

At an average walking pace, Holmatungur takes approximately 3h 49min to complete.

Is Holmatungur a loop trail?

No, Holmatungur is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.

What are the start coordinates of Holmatungur?

Holmatungur starts near coordinates 65.8831, -16.4508.

What fitness level is needed for Holmatungur?

Holmatungur is a challenging hike that requires a good level of fitness.