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Strandir Djúpavíkshringur

5.9 kmModerateGPS trackRecorded by 3 hikers
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Strandir Djúpavíkshringur

Westfjords5.9 kmModerateGPS trackRecorded by 3 hikers

Map of Strandir Djúpavíkshringur

Map

65.9447°N, 21.5587°W · Westfjords

Plan your visit

Getting there
Road 643 (Djúpavík-Gjögur)
Off the main road
22.4 km from Route 61
Nearest town
Hólmavík — 26 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
201 km in a straight line
What else is close
94 mapped places within 20 km

Strandir Djúpavíkshringur weather and conditions

Last updated

6°Cclear · feels 0°C8 m/sgusts 129 h 32 mdaylight · 08:25 – 17:57
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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Fuel

  1. 1Norðurfjörður12 km · 310.9 kr/L
  2. 2Hólmavík28 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Drangsnes29 km · 310.9 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Krambúð28 km
  2. 2Kaupfélag Steingrímsfjarðar29 km
  3. 3Kjörbúðin58 km
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Tours

  1. Avoid the crowdsfrom 60.000 ISK · 6 hours
  2. Bike and Kayak Combofrom 27.900 ISK · 7 hours
  3. BIRD CLIFFS & BEAUTIFUL BEACHES - bikingfrom 36.800 ISK · 9 hours
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Frequently
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How long is the Strandir Djúpavíkshringur hike?
The Strandir Djúpavíkshringur trail is about 5.9 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 Strandir Djúpavíkshringur trailhead?
Strandir Djúpavíkshringur is in Westfjords. 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 Strandir Djúpavíkshringur safe to hike alone?
Strandir Djúpavíkshringur sits 26 km from Hólmavík, and 22 km from Route 61. The uploader rated it moderate and it climbs about 466 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 Strandir Djúpavíkshringur?
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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