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Akranes

West Iceland, Iceland3.6 kmEasyGPS track
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Akranes

West Iceland, Iceland3.6 kmEasyGPS track

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Akranes weather and conditions

At Akranes in West Iceland, conditions as of 20 July 2026, 15:11 (Iceland time): 11°C (feels like 8°C), overcast, wind 6 m/s gusting to 11 m/s. Daylight today: 19 h 26 m (sunrise 03:51, sunset 23:17). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 20 July 2026, 15:11 · source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
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
Reserve −15%
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
Reserve −15%

Tours near Akranes

Free cancellationSmall groups
Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain
Hiking

Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

Duration6 hours 30 minutes
HighlightsWest Iceland
TypeHiking
From
18.461 ISK
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From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour
Iceland tour

From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

Duration8 hours
HighlightsWest Iceland
From
269.900 ISK
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Grundarfjörður Cruise Tour: Snæfellsnes Peninsula with Local Surprise
Iceland tour

Grundarfjörður Cruise Tour: Snæfellsnes Peninsula with Local Surprise

Experience the wonders of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula on a delightful shore excursion designed just for cruise guests arriving at…

Duration5 hours 30 minutes
HighlightsWest Iceland
From
24.500 ISK
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Waterfalls

#1.Kúafoss
50 m

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#2.Háifoss
350 m

One of Iceland's tallest waterfalls at 122 meters. Located in a dramatic canyon with its…

Háifoss
#3.Gljúfurfoss
400 m

A waterfall in West Iceland.

Gljúfurfoss
#4.Lambafossar
450 m

A waterfall in West Iceland.

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Akraneskaupstaður
3.7 km·~4 min drive

Akranes's municipal swimming pool per Visit West Iceland — toilets, a café and a sauna on…

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Kjalarnes
13 km·~15 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Geothermal Goldfish Pond
16 km·~20 min drive

Geothermal spot

#4.Kvika
18 km·~22 min drive

Free geothermal footbath on Seltjarnarnes. Dip feet, watch sunset.

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Akranes
4 km·~5 min drive

The Akranes camping site is located in Kalmansvik on the outscirt of Akranes

#2.Stóri-Lambhagi 4 Tjaldsvæði
10 km·~12 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#3.Stóri – Lambhagi 4
10 km·~12 min drive

Small camp site in a beautiful and quiet surroundings next to highway no 47 in…

#4.Hlaðir
20 km·~24 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Bónus
3.4 km·~4 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#2.Krónan
4.2 km·~5 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#3.Verslun Einars Ólafssonar
4.5 km·~5 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Nettó
19 km·~23 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Elínarvegur
3.2 km·~4 min drive

N1 · 307.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Akranes
3.4 km·~4 min drive

Orkan · 307.8 kr/L petrol

#3.Esjubraut Akranes
4 km·~5 min drive

Olís · 309.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Akranes Esjubraut
4 km·~5 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

Tours

#1.Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain
6 hours 30 minutes

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

from 18.461 ISKView tour →
#2.From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour
8 hours

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

from 269.900 ISKView tour →
#3.Grundarfjörður Cruise Tour: Snæfellsnes Peninsula with Local Surprise
5 hours 30 minutes

Experience the wonders of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula on a delightful shore excursion designed just for cruise guests arriving at…

from 24.500 ISKView tour →
3 tours near West Iceland

Frequently
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How long is the Akranes hike?
The Akranes trail is about 3.6 km based on its recorded GPS track. Times vary with pace, weather and how much you stop — plan conservatively and turn back early if conditions change.
How do I get to the Akranes trailhead?
Akranes is in West Iceland. Use the map on this page for the trailhead coordinates and check live road conditions before you drive — some trailheads sit on gravel or F-roads that need a 4×4 and only open in summer.
Is Akranes safe to hike alone?
Iceland trails are often unmarked and weather turns quickly. Tell someone your plan (or file one at safetravel.is), carry a charged phone and layers, check the forecast, and turn back if fog, wind or rising rivers set in. Don’t rely on phone signal.
When is the best time to hike Akranes?
Most Icelandic hiking is a June–September activity, when trails are snow-free and daylight is long. Highland routes open later and close earlier; check road and trail status before committing.

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