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Steinn Boulder – View of Reykjavík loop from Esjurætur

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Iceland

Reykjavík

Steinn Boulder – View of Reykjavík loop from Esjurætur

Hard

4.7

(60)

721

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Steinn Boulder – View of Reykjavík loop from Esjurætur

03:45

6.72km

570m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 172 m for 6.39 km

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1.43 km

Mógilsá Stream Crossing

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The Mógilsá is crossed further up and offers the opportunity to replenish water supplies.

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1.49 km

Wooden Bridge Over Waterfall

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The bridge has a few holes, so be careful where you step.

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2.51 km

View of Lake Þingvallavatn

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2.55 km

View of Gunnlaugsskarð

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Another way to reach the summit is via Gunnlaugsskarð. The route is not marked yet and not easy.

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3.19 km

View of Esja

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Great view. Not very hard

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3.50 km

Steinn Boulder

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At the stone is a guest book of the Icelandic hiking club "Ferðafélag Íslands (FÍ)" in which one can immortalize. :) Another is located at the top of the summit.

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4.35 km

View of Reykjavík

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6.72 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.38 km

258 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.61 km

2.03 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Friday 8 May

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Steinn Boulder – View of Reykjavík loop from Esjurætur

Mógilsá Stream Crossing

Wooden Bridge Over Waterfall

View of Lake Þingvallavatn

View of Gunnlaugsskarð

View of Esja

Steinn Boulder

View of Reykjavík

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