· Regional
· IS_UMFI_RE_32_1
Moderate
Vatnahringur
📏
7.8 km
Distance
⏱
1h 57min
Est. duration
⛰
Moderate
Difficulty
🔄
Round walk
Route type
Vatnahringur is marked by blue color and it is part of Heiðmörk – Ríkishringurinn
At 7.8 km, this is a comfortable half-day walk for most hikers. At an average walking pace, plan for roughly 1 hour and 44 minutes.
The route forms a complete loop, returning you to where you started. This makes logistics simple and the outing entirely self-contained. Look for the IS_UMFI_RE_32_1 trail markings to stay on the official route.
A Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail weaves through the regional landscape connecting villages, viewpoints, and countryside.
Elevation Profile
Loading elevation data…
Elevation data unavailable for this route.
↑ Elevation gain
↓ Elevation loss
High point
Low point
Elevation data from SRTM via OpenTopoData (open dataset).
Map
View on OSM →Loading…
Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
B
Finish
Photos
No photos yet for this route.
Reviews
No reviews yet.
Log in to write a review
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it to walk Vatnahringur?
Vatnahringur covers a distance of 7.8 km.
How long does it take to walk Vatnahringur?
At an average walking pace, Vatnahringur takes approximately 1h 57min to complete.
Does Vatnahringur return to the starting point?
Yes — Vatnahringur loops back to the start. You can complete it without arranging a lift or return journey.
What are the start coordinates of Vatnahringur?
The trailhead for Vatnahringur is located near 64.075, -21.7479.
How difficult is Vatnahringur?
Vatnahringur is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Who maintains the Vatnahringur trail?
Vatnahringur is maintained and managed by is:Skógræktarfélag_Reykjavíkur.