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Ásbyrgi - Botnstjörn - Klappir

North Iceland, Iceland16 kmModerateGPS track
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Ásbyrgi - Botnstjörn - Klappir

North Iceland, Iceland16 kmModerateGPS track

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Ásbyrgi - Botnstjörn - Klappir weather and conditions

At Ásbyrgi - Botnstjörn - Klappir in North Iceland, conditions as of 20 July 2026, 15:19 (Iceland time): 20°C (feels like 17°C), overcast, wind 6 m/s gusting to 12 m/s. Daylight today: 20 h 27 m (sunrise 02:59, sunset 23:26). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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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 Ásbyrgi - Botnstjörn - Klappir

Free cancellationSmall groups
(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss
Sightseeing

(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

Duration6 hours 30 minutes
HighlightsNorth Iceland
TypeSightseeing
From
25.300 ISK
View tour →
(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri
Iceland tour

(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

Duration6 hours
HighlightsNorth Iceland
From
25.900 ISK
View tour →
Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyri
Snowmobile & ATV

Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyri

The freedom of covering all kinds of terrain on a snowmobile is something everyone should experience.

Duration5 hours
HighlightsNorth Iceland
TypeSnowmobile & ATV
From
150.000 ISK
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Waterfalls

#1.Hólmárfossar
15 km·~18 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#2.Réttarfoss
17 km·~20 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#3.Hafragilsfoss
22 km·~27 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#4.Dettifoss
24 km·~29 min drive

The most powerful waterfall in Europe. This beast moves 500 cubic meters of water per…

Dettifoss
4 waterfalls near North Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Norðurþing
5.6 km·~7 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Þingeyjarsveit
37 km·~44 min drive

Natural hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Húsavík
39 km·~47 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Ostakarið
39 km·~47 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

4 hot springs near North Iceland

Campsites

#1.Ásbyrgi
450 m

Asbyrgi is one of two camp sites in the national park in Jokulsargljufrum. The second…

#2.Tjaldsvæði Lundi
5.6 km·~7 min drive

North Iceland camping option. Less crowded than the south, with dramatic landscapes and…

#3.Lundur Tjaldsvæði
5.8 km·~7 min drive

A family friendly campsite in Öxarfjörður, playground and swimmingpool within walking…

#4.Ásbyrgi - Vesturdalur
11 km·~13 min drive

The western valley has one of two camp sites in the national park its only for tents. The…

4 campsites near North Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Verslunin Skerjakolla
30 km·~36 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó
39 km·~46 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Krambúð
39 km·~46 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin
55 km·~66 min drive

Kjörbúðin supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near North Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Ásbyrgi
300 m

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Kópasker
30 km·~36 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Húsavík
39 km·~46 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Reykjahlíð
47 km·~57 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near North Iceland

Tours

#1.(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss
6 hours 30 minutes

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

from 25.300 ISKView tour →
#2.(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri
6 hours

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

from 25.900 ISKView tour →
#3.Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyri
5 hours

The freedom of covering all kinds of terrain on a snowmobile is something everyone should experience.

from 150.000 ISKView tour →
3 tours near North Iceland

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How long is the Ásbyrgi - Botnstjörn - Klappir hike?
The Ásbyrgi - Botnstjörn - Klappir trail is about 16 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 Ásbyrgi - Botnstjörn - Klappir trailhead?
Ásbyrgi - Botnstjörn - Klappir is in North 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 Ásbyrgi - Botnstjörn - Klappir 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 Ásbyrgi - Botnstjörn - Klappir?
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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