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Þórsmerkurvegur

South Coast, Icelandextreme4WD required
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Þórsmerkurvegur

South Coast, Icelandextreme4WD required

About

The road to Þórsmörk valley. Multiple rivers. The last one (Krossá) destroys cars regularly.

The river crossings here have broken people. Financially, mechanically, emotionally. The valley is amazing but the price is real. Bus is smart, not weak.

Named after Thor. Vikings found actual forests here when the rest of Iceland was bare. The valley is protected by mountains, so ash from eruptions misses it.

Take the bus. Seriously. Rental insurance doesn't cover Krossá river. If you MUST drive, follow a super jeep convoy and copy their exact line through the water. Even then...

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Road · From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good
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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
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BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Toyota RAV4
SUV

Toyota RAV4

Heated seats for winter waterfall runs, range for highland summer loops.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelHybrid
Seats5
DriveAWD
From
8,075 kr9,500 kr/day
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VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
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Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
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Tours near Þórsmerkurvegur

Free cancellationSmall groups
Ice Cave & Waterfalls
South Coast

Ice Cave & Waterfalls

Katla ice cave, South Coast waterfalls and the black sand beach in one private day.

Duration11 hours
PickupReykjavík
VehicleSuper Jeep
TypePrivate
From
349.000 kr
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Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Glacier lagoon

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Floating icebergs at Jökulsárlón plus the best of South Iceland on the way.

Duration14 hours
PickupReykjavík
HighlightsSouth Iceland
StopsHot springs
From
27.990 kr
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Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Photos & videos

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Nearby

Waterfalls

Stakkholtsgjá

Stakkholtsgjá

A waterfall in South Coast. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

1.8 km away

Stigafoss

A waterfall in South Coast. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

11 km away
Slæðufoss

Slæðufoss

A waterfall in South Coast. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

11 km away

Neðstifoss

A waterfall in South Coast. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

12 km away

Hot Springs

Hot Spring Shower

Hot spring in North Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

11 km away

Geothermal hot spring near Skaftárhreppur

Wild hot spring. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Check conditions before going.

35 km away

Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra

Geothermal spot. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Respect the nature around it.

35 km away

Strútslaug

Hot spring in South Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

35 km away

Campsites

Þórsmörk Langidalur

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Weather…

250 m away

Camping Volcano Huts

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Campfires…

1.5 km away

Brúðkaupflöt

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Campfires…

1.8 km away

Bjargaflöt

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Iceland's…

1.8 km away

Services

Krónan

Krónan supermarket — supplies

36 km away

Hvolsvöllur

N1 fuel station

36 km away

Vík í Mýrdal

ÓB fuel station

39 km away

Vestmannaeyjar

ÓB fuel station

46 km away

Frequently
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Can I drive F249 in a 2WD car?
No. F249 legally requires 4WD, like every F-road in Iceland. Driving it in a 2WD car is illegal and voids your rental insurance if anything goes wrong.
When does F249 open?
F249 typically opens Mid June and closes September. Always confirm on road.is before you drive — dates shift year to year with the weather.
How do I get to F249?
F249 (Þórsmerkurvegur) is located in South Coast. Check live road status on road.is before you drive — F-roads close without warning after rain or early snow.
Is river-crossing damage covered by rental insurance on F249?
No. River-crossing damage is excluded from every rental insurance policy in Iceland, even full-coverage plans. Cross only where locals or rangers confirm it’s safe.
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