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Heimaklettur (Steps)

South Coast0.9 kmEasyGPS track

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63.4480°N, 20.2708°W · South Coast

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Off the main road
22.1 km from Route 1
Nearest town
Vestmannaeyjabær — 1 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
113 km in a straight line
What else is close
70 mapped places within 20 km

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Heimaklettur (Steps) weather and conditions

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8°Cclear · feels 3°C8 m/sgusts 129 h 55 mdaylight · 08:09 – 18:04
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

Heimaklettur (Steps) — photo by Michael Godden / WikilocPhoto: Michael Godden / Wikiloc / wikiloc.com
Heimaklettur (Steps) — photo by Michael GoddenPhoto: Michael Godden / wikiloc.com
Heimaklettur (Steps) — photo by Michael GoddenPhoto: Michael Godden / wikiloc.com
Heimaklettur (Steps) — photo by Michael GoddenPhoto: Michael Godden / wikiloc.com
Heimaklettur (Steps) — photo by Michael GoddenPhoto: Michael Godden / wikiloc.com
Heimaklettur (Steps) — photo by Michael GoddenPhoto: Michael Godden / wikiloc.com
Heimaklettur (Steps) — photo by Michael GoddenPhoto: Michael Godden / wikiloc.com
Heimaklettur (Steps) — photo by Michael GoddenPhoto: Michael Godden / wikiloc.com
Heimaklettur (Steps) — photo by Michael GoddenPhoto: Michael Godden / wikiloc.com
Heimaklettur (Steps) — photo by Michael GoddenPhoto: Michael Godden / wikiloc.com

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Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1HEIMAEY. VESTMANNAEYJAR ISLANDS1 km
  2. 2Pompeii of the North1 km
  3. 3Heimaey – Eldfell1 km
  4. 4Stafkirkjan on Vestmannaeyjar1 km
  5. 5Eldfell Il Vulcano Di Heimaey Eldfell The Heimaey Volcano2 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Drífandi23 km
  2. 2Seljalandsfoss23 km
  3. 3Gljúfrabúi24 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Geothermal hot spring near Vestmannaeyjabær1 km
  2. 2Geothermal hot spring near Hvolsvöllur34 km
  3. 3Seljavallalaug35 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Vestmannaeyjar< 1 km · 308.7 kr/L
  2. 2Hvolsvöllur34 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Hella43 km · 308.6 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Krónan< 1 km
  2. 2Bónus< 1 km
  3. 3Kjörbúðin43 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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How long is the Heimaklettur (Steps) hike?
The Heimaklettur (Steps) trail is about 0.9 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 Heimaklettur (Steps) trailhead?
Heimaklettur (Steps) 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 Heimaklettur (Steps) safe to hike alone?
Heimaklettur (Steps) sits 1 km from Vestmannaeyjabær, and 22 km from Route 1. The uploader rated it easy and it climbs about 225 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 Heimaklettur (Steps)?
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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Iceland nowfrom 19 Sep 06:10
8°C · overcastWind 2 m/sRing Road (R1) openAurora Kp 2.67Daylight 07:02 – 19:39Webcams