Walking and Trekking in Iceland - Paperback

by Paddy Dillon (Author)

This guidebook includes 49 days walks and 10 multi-stage treks including the classic Laugavegur Trail. From short, waymarked walks to challenging glacier crossings, there is something for walkers of all levels of fitness and experience.

• Includes routes around Reykjavík, the stunning Westfjords, the classic Laugavegur Trail and Hvannadalshnúkur, Iceland's highest mountain
• With daily distances of 3-25 miles (5-40km), routes range in difficulty from short, easy day walks close to urban areas to lengthy and challenging multi-day treks in Iceland's remote interior
• Each walk features a sketch map, clear route descriptions, and key information about distance, ascent, time taken, terrain, transport and recommended detailed maps
• No special equipment needed for easy routes; full backpacking kit for long-distance trails; ropes, ice axe, crampons and experience for most glacier walks
• Walks explore geothermal areas, passing close to volcanoes, mud pots, hot springs, lava fields and geysers