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Graenagil

South Coast2.1 kmEasyGPS track

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Map of Graenagil

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63.9825°N, 19.0861°W · South Coast

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Getting there
Road F224 (Landmannalaugar)
Off the main road
23.2 km from Route 26
Nearest town
Kirkjubæjarklaustur — 55.4 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
140 km in a straight line
What else is close
382 mapped places within 20 km
Good to know
Reached on an F-road. Icelandic law requires a 4WD vehicle on F-roads, and they open only for the summer season — check the current status before setting out.

Tours near Graenagil

Highlands Hiking: Small Group Landmannalaugar Hike & Hot Springs - Without transferfrom 16.500 ISK · 5 hBus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavikfrom 12.220 ISK · 4 hSolheimajokull Glacier Guided Hiking Small Group Tourfrom 12.299 ISK · 3 hSólheimajökull Glacier Hike and Ice Cave Explorationfrom 22.999 ISK · 4 h 30 minGlacier Explorationfrom 20.999 ISK · 5 h 30 minKayaking by the Glacier - Solheimajokullfrom 19.999 ISK · 2 h 30 minGlacier Hiking Tour - Icelandic Local Guidefrom 38.900 ISK · 10 hThe Zip Line + Glacier Hike Adventurefrom 45.000 ISK · 4 hGlacier Hike & Horse Riding in South Icelandfrom 25.990 ISK · 6 h
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ToursIn season nowSolheimajokull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hikefrom 31.381 ISK · 4 hEarly Bird Ice Cavefrom 25.000 ISK · 3 h 30 minLaugarás Lagoon Birki - Premium Lagoonfrom 9.900 ISK · 2 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Graenagil weather and conditions

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1°Cclear · feels -8°C13 m/sgusts 199 h 52 mdaylight · 08:06 – 17:58
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

Graenagil — photo by Au bout de la route / WikilocPhoto: Au bout de la route / Wikiloc / wikiloc.com
Graenagil — photo by Au bout de la routePhoto: Au bout de la route / wikiloc.com
Graenagil — photo by Au bout de la routePhoto: Au bout de la route / wikiloc.com
Graenagil — photo by Au bout de la routePhoto: Au bout de la route / wikiloc.com
Graenagil — photo by Au bout de la routePhoto: Au bout de la route / wikiloc.com
Graenagil — photo by Au bout de la routePhoto: Au bout de la route / wikiloc.com
Graenagil — photo by Au bout de la routePhoto: Au bout de la route / wikiloc.com
Graenagil — photo by Au bout de la routePhoto: Au bout de la route / wikiloc.com
Graenagil — photo by Au bout de la routePhoto: Au bout de la route / wikiloc.com
Graenagil — photo by Au bout de la routePhoto: Au bout de la route / wikiloc.com

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Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Afangagil Landmannalaugar Holaskjol Day 5 91 km
  2. 2Blahnukur1 km
  3. 3Laugavegur: de Landmannalaugar a Skógafoss1 km
  4. 4Landannamangan1 km
  5. 5Laugavegur Trail Landmannalaugar Porsmork2 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Ljósafoss12 km
  2. 2Rauðufossar13 km
  3. 3Markarfljótsfoss14 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra< 1 km
  2. 2Landmannalaugar Hot River1 km
  3. 3Brennisteinsalda2 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Hrauneyjar26 km · 315.8 kr/L
  2. 2Kirkjubæjarklaustur55 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Árnes57 km · 310.9 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Gvendarkjör55 km
  2. 2Krónan62 km
  3. 3Krambúð62 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
asked
questions

How long is the Graenagil hike?
The Graenagil trail is about 2.1 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 Graenagil trailhead?
Graenagil 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 Graenagil safe to hike alone?
Graenagil sits 55 km from Kirkjubæjarklaustur, and 23 km from Route 26. The uploader rated it easy and it climbs about 23 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 Graenagil?
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