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Tingvelir

Reykjavík Area52 kmHardGPS track

Map of Tingvelir

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64.2659°N, 21.1171°W · Reykjavík Area

Plan your visit

Getting there
Road 36 (Þingvellir)
Off the main road
0.4 km from Route 36
Nearest town
Reykjavíkurborg — 29.5 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
42 km in a straight line
What else is close
361 mapped places within 20 km

Tingvelir weather and conditions

Last updated

2°Clight drizzle1 m/swind9 h 50 mdaylight · 08:15 – 18:05
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Frequently
asked
questions

How long is the Tingvelir hike?
The Tingvelir trail is about 52 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 Tingvelir trailhead?
Tingvelir 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 Tingvelir safe to hike alone?
Tingvelir sits 30 km from Reykjavíkurborg, and 0.4 km from Route 36. The uploader rated it hard and it climbs about 485 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 Tingvelir?
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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