Valahnúkar and Búrfellsgjá

The Valahnúkar and Búrfellsgjá trail is about 12 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.

Valahnúkar and Búrfellsgjá 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.

Valahnúkar and Búrfellsgjá sits 5.9 km from Hafnarfjörður, and 5.7 km from Route 42. The uploader rated it moderate and it climbs about 171 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.

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.