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63.9915°N, 21.2019°W · Reykjavík Area
Plan your visit
Getting there- Road 38 (Hringv-Þrengslav.)
Off the main road- 0.2 km from Route 38
Nearest town- Hveragerðisbær — 1 km away
Distance from Reykjavík- 40 km in a straight line
What else is close- 276 mapped places within 20 km
Tours near Gamli Kambavegur
04D - Riding and Gullfoss, Geysir & Þingvellirfrom 30.850 ISK · 10 h
04B - The Sea Horsefrom 36.150 ISK · 8 h
Northern Lights Hot River Hike in Reykjadalurfrom 29.900 ISK · 5 h
Into The Hot Spring Valley - Horseback ride & bathe (small groups guarantee) - Reykjadalurfrom 35.100 ISK · 4 h
Mega Zipline - Superman Ride (Fast as a Falcon!)from 13.490 ISK · 55 min
Geothermal Heights & Zipline Thrills: The Hellisheidi Geothermal Exhibition & Mega Zipline Adventurefrom 9.650 ISK · 3 h
Lava & Air Adventure Combofrom 16.300 ISK · 3 h
Conventional Ride with VIDEOfrom 13.280 ISK · 55 min
Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experiencefrom 29.300 ISK · 3 h
Blue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 min
Golden Circle and Laugarás Lagoon Lerki Admissionfrom 23.039 ISK · 9 h 30 min
Spirit of the Aurora (28 person max vehicle)from 14.990 ISK · 5 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and regionGamli Kambavegur weather and conditions
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In season now · Winter in IcelandBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 minAll 1,648 tours
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Nearby
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Hveragerdi Hot Springs1 km - 2
Hveragerdi park1 km - 3
Viðigerði-skífa - Viðigerði1 km - 4
Rondje Hveragerdi1 km - 5
Hveragerdi In Stead Of Hotspring Tour2 km
Waterfalls
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- 1Geothermal hot spring near Hveragerðisbær< 1 km
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Leirgerður2 km - 3Grýla3 km
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Tours
A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!from 159.000 ISK · 8 hours 
A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengersfrom 195.000 ISK · 8 hours 
Adventure in Landmannalaugar and Hot Springs - Reykjavík and Hellafrom 26.900 ISK · 13 hours
Frequently
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How long is the Gamli Kambavegur hike?
The Gamli Kambavegur trail is about 14 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 Gamli Kambavegur trailhead?
Gamli Kambavegur is in Reykjavík Area. 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 Gamli Kambavegur safe to hike alone?
Gamli Kambavegur sits 1 km from Hveragerðisbær, and 0.2 km from Route 38. The uploader rated it moderate and it climbs about 384 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 Gamli Kambavegur?
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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VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
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NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community
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