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Geirlandsa

South Coast24 kmModerateGPS track

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63.7907°N, 18.0486°W · South Coast

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Getting there
Road 205 (Klaustur-Núpsst.)
Off the main road
0.6 km from Route 1
Nearest town
Kirkjubæjarklaustur — 2.8 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
194 km in a straight line
What else is close
113 mapped places within 20 km

Tours near Geirlandsa

Hvannadalshnúkur - Iceland's highest summitfrom 57.999 ISK · 15 hHighlands Hiking: Small Group Landmannalaugar Hike & Hot Springs - Without transferfrom 16.500 ISK · 5 hBus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavikfrom 12.220 ISK · 4 hLaki Craters Airplane Tour from Skaftafellfrom 51.900 ISK · 50 minLandmannalaugar & Highland Wonders Airplane Tour from Skaftafellfrom 67.900 ISK · 1 h 15 minSkaftafell 3 Hour Glacier Walkfrom 17.900 ISK · 3 hRótarfjallshnúkur skiingfrom 64.900 ISK · 10 hLagoons, Glaciers & Colorful Mountains Airplane Tour from Skaftafellfrom 51.900 ISK · 50 minHvannadalshnúkur The Great Withe Onefrom 79.900 ISK · 14 h
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Geirlandsa weather and conditions

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1°Covercast · feels -2°C2 m/swind9 h 53 mdaylight · 08:01 – 17:54
In season now · Winter in IcelandSolheimajokull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hikefrom 31.381 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
Reserve −12%

Photos & videos

Geirlandsa — photo by Wald e mare / WikilocPhoto: Wald e mare / Wikiloc / wikiloc.com
Geirlandsa — photo by Wald e marePhoto: Wald e mare / wikiloc.com
Geirlandsa — photo by Wald e marePhoto: Wald e mare / wikiloc.com
Geirlandsa — photo by Wald e marePhoto: Wald e mare / wikiloc.com
Geirlandsa — photo by Wald e marePhoto: Wald e mare / wikiloc.com
Geirlandsa — photo by Wald e marePhoto: Wald e mare / wikiloc.com
Geirlandsa — photo by Wald e marePhoto: Wald e mare / wikiloc.com
Geirlandsa — photo by Wald e marePhoto: Wald e mare / wikiloc.com
Geirlandsa — photo by Wald e marePhoto: Wald e mare / wikiloc.com
Geirlandsa — photo by Wald e marePhoto: Wald e mare / wikiloc.com

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Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Kirkjubæjarklaustur - Two Sister's Waterfall Loop< 1 km
  2. 2Kirkjubæjarklaustur: Waterfall and lake loop1 km
  3. 3Landbrotshólar1 km
  4. 4Systrafoss – Systravatn – Kirkjubæjarklaustur1 km
  5. 5Kirkjugólfiđ - The church floor in Kirkjubaejarklaustur1 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Systrafoss< 1 km
  2. 2Stjórnarfoss1 km
  3. 3Rauðárfoss2 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Geothermal hot spring near Skaftárhreppur< 1 km
  2. 2Strútslaug45 km
  3. 3Guðlaug49 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Kirkjubæjarklaustur< 1 km · 310.9 kr/L
  2. 2Freysnes61 km · 308.6 kr/L
  3. 3Vík í Mýrdal62 km · 308.2 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Gvendarkjör< 1 km
  2. 2Krónan63 km
  3. 3Kjörbúðin116 km
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Tours

  1. Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experiencefrom 29.300 ISK · 3 hours
  2. Buggy Adventure in Þórsmörkfrom 89.990 ISK · 5 hours
  3. Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavikfrom 12.220 ISK · 4 hours
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Frequently
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questions

How long is the Geirlandsa hike?
The Geirlandsa trail is about 24 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 Geirlandsa trailhead?
Geirlandsa is in South Coast. 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 Geirlandsa safe to hike alone?
Geirlandsa sits 2.8 km from Kirkjubæjarklaustur, and 0.6 km from Route 1. The uploader rated it moderate and it climbs about 494 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 Geirlandsa?
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 hikes316 hikes in South Coast, 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