Old Whale Station loop from Hesteyrarkirkjugarður

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Old Whale Station loop from Hesteyrarkirkjugarður

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Old Whale Station loop from Hesteyrarkirkjugarður

01:11

4.73km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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583 m

The Old Doctor's House, Hesteyri

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Great place for finishing the multiple days hiking. Great pancakes, amazing rhubarb pie and fresh coffee ! 😊

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2.36 km

Old Whale Station

Highlight • Historical Site

2.37 km

Whale Slaughterhouse Ruins in Hesteyri

Highlight • Historical Site

Here you can find the remains of a whale slaughterhouse.

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4.12 km

Coffee and pancakes at the Doctor’s House

Highlight • Cafe

4.73 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

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4.73 km

Surfaces

4.13 km

605 m

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Sunday 11 October

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2°C

24 %

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Old Whale Station loop from Hesteyrarkirkjugarður

The Old Doctor's House, Hesteyri

Old Whale Station

Whale Slaughterhouse Ruins in Hesteyri

Coffee and pancakes at the Doctor’s House

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