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Akranes

West Iceland5.3 kmModerateGPS trackRecorded by 8 hikers

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64.3281°N, 21.9854°W · West Iceland

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Getting there
Road 51 (Hringv.-Akran.v.)
Off the main road
1.5 km from Route 51
Nearest town
Akranes — 5.7 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
20 km in a straight line
What else is close
245 mapped places within 20 km

Tours near Akranes

Borgafjörður & Into The Glacierfrom 73.800 ISK · 8 hDay Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountainfrom 17.656 ISK · 6 h 30 minFálkaklettur Via Ferrata close to Reykjavikfrom 19.900 ISK · 3 hLandmannalaugar Hiking, Stranger Things Waterfall & Nature Bathfrom 43.934 ISK · 13 hWhales of Iceland Museum Admissionfrom 4.000 ISK · 1 h 30 minGrandi District Experiencefrom 16.280 ISK · 3 hAurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights Center of Iceland - Museum Visitfrom 4.096 ISK · 1 h 30 minSaga Museum admissionfrom 4.000 ISKReykjavík Sea Angling Gourmetfrom 22.800 ISK · 3 h
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ToursIn season nowInto The Glacier - From Húsafellfrom 27.900 ISK · 4 hSnowmobile on Langjökull Glacier - Meet us in Husafellfrom 33.490 ISK · 2 hGolden Circle and Laugarás Lagoon Lerki Admissionfrom 23.039 ISK · 9 h 30 minAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Akranes weather and conditions

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7°Covercast · feels 2°C7 m/sgusts 119 h 43 mdaylight · 08:22 – 18:05
In season now · Winter in IcelandInto The Glacier - From Húsafellfrom 27.900 ISK · 4 h
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Cars & campers

−12%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 −12%
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 −12%
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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Photos & videos

Akranes — photo by Hafrún / WikilocPhoto: Hafrún / Wikiloc / wikiloc.com
Akranes — photo by HafrúnPhoto: Hafrún / wikiloc.com
A Morning in Akranes – This Peaceful Icelandic Town Surprised UsMatt and Rachel
Akranes — photo by HafrúnPhoto: Hafrún / wikiloc.com
Akranes — photo by HafrúnPhoto: Hafrún / wikiloc.com
Day trip to AkranesIceland’s best
Akranes — photo by HafrúnPhoto: Hafrún / wikiloc.com
Akranes — photo by HafrúnPhoto: Hafrún / wikiloc.com
Exploring Akranes, Iceland: Unveiling Coastal Charms and Natural Wonders.We Travel You Travel
Akranes — photo by HafrúnPhoto: Hafrún / wikiloc.com
Akranes — photo by HafrúnPhoto: Hafrún / wikiloc.com
Walking In kalmansvik Campsite || Akranes IcelandEL ROSE Luvs Journey
Akranes — photo by HafrúnPhoto: Hafrún / wikiloc.com
Akranes — photo by HafrúnPhoto: Hafrún / wikiloc.com
Guðlaug Baths (Akranes), Forest Paths Esjan Hiking CenterFuneral Trucker
Exploring lesser known Iceland - Glymur Waterfall and Akranes LighthouseHelz Nicolas Deekaboot

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Háihnúkur and Geirmundartindur from Akranes< 1 km
  2. 2Geirmundartindur and Háihnúkur from Akranes2 km
  3. 3Lækjarhringur + Helluholtshringur, Akranes8 km
  4. 4Álfholtshringur, Akranes8 km
  5. 5Grundart- göng10 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Kúafoss< 1 km
  2. 2Háifoss< 1 km
  3. 3Gljúfurfoss< 1 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Geothermal hot spring near Akraneskaupstaður4 km
  2. 2Geothermal hot spring near Kjalarnes13 km
  3. 3Geothermal Goldfish Pond16 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Elínarvegur3 km · 307.9 kr/L
  2. 2Akranes3 km · 307.8 kr/L
  3. 3Esjubraut Akranes4 km · 309.8 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Bónus3 km
  2. 2Krónan4 km
  3. 3Verslun Einars Ólafssonar4 km
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Tours

  1. Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountainfrom 17.656 ISK · 6 hours 30 minutes
  2. From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tourfrom 269.900 ISK · 8 hours
  3. Grundarfjörður Cruise Tour: Snæfellsnes Peninsula from the portfrom 24.500 ISK · 5 hours 30 minutes
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Frequently
asked
questions

How long is the Akranes hike?
The Akranes trail is about 5.3 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?
Akranes sits 5.7 km from Akranes, and 1.5 km from Route 51. The uploader rated it moderate and it climbs about 520 m. 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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All hikes218 hikes in West Iceland, mapped with photos, distances and live conditions
Iceland nowfrom 19 Sep 06:10
8°C · overcastWind 2 m/sRing Road (R1) openAurora Kp 2.67Daylight 07:02 – 19:39Webcams