The Water Circle in Heiðmörk Hiking trail
The Water Circle in Heiðmörk is a scenic walking and running route marked with blue posts, passing by several lakes and educational signs about the area's rich flora, fauna, and geology,
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Region
Höfuðborgarsvæðið, Reykjavík
Starting point
Borgarstjóraplan, a parking area in Heiðmörk, or the parking lot by Helluvatn
Markings
Marked trail, at regular intervals
Duration
1 - 2 hours
Surface
Mixed surface - e.g. soil, stones, grass
Obstacles
Step - A step, ledge, stair or low ledge that must be stepped on
Hazards
No hazards on the way
Service on the trail
No service
Lighting
Unilluminated
Period
Open all seasons
Heiðmörk offers countless well-marked walking trails in a stunning natural environment. The Water Circle, or Vatnahringurinn, is a 7.5 km walking, running, or cycling route, marked with blue posts. The trail offers a scenic journey through the area.
The trail begins at the Borgarstjóraplan parking area, accessible via Rauðhólavegur from Suðurlandsvegur. Alternatively, it is possible to park at the parking lot by Helluvatn. More parking spaces can also be found in Heiðmörk. Along the route, hikers will pass by Elliðavatn and several smaller lakes, including Helluvatn, Hraunhúsatjörn, and Myllulækjatjörn.
Educational signs, set up by the Reykjavík Forestry Association, provide insightful information about the area's birds, plants, trees, geology, and history, beautifully illustrated with detailed drawings.
Heiðmörk is managed by the Reykjavík Forestry Association, a non-profit organization, and more information can be found at heidmork.is.