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Varmaland hiking trail

A variety of paths, together with a beautiful landscapes, makes a walk through Varmaland, a very interesting and fascinating experience.

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Region
Vesturland, Borgarbyggð
Starting point
N64°21.2886 W021°36.6383
Level of difficulty
Level 1 - Easy route
1 2 3 4
Markings
  • Unmarked trail, no markings to guide the way
  • Marked trail, at regular intervals
Duration
1 - 2 hours
Surface
  • Pavement - e.g. asphalt or concrete
  • Gravel
  • Wood chips
  • Grass
  • Rocks
  • Unsmooth grassy surface
  • Wetlands
  • Mixed surface - e.g. soil, stones, grass
Hazards
  • Slippery trail
  • Wind gusts - A route known for powerful wind gusts
  • Rockfall - Rocks can fall from cliffs, landslides and mountain slopes
Service on the trail
  • Restrooms
  • Garbage disposal
  • Campsite
Lighting
Unilluminated
Period
Open all seasons
Varmaland is a small village that has been built around geothermal area in Stafholtstungur in Borgarbyggð. The settlement is located in between Hvítá river and Norðurá river, with a kindergarten, swimming pool and a gymnasium. Laugaland, which is a small farm in the area that uses the geothermal energy for gardening, but cucumbers are grown there all year round. Hotel Varmaland is located in the heart of the village and Varmaland is a popular place to visit and to stay. Varmaland in Borgarbyggð is a well-known place for tourist, both domestic and international. Varmaland´s campsite has been known among domestic tourists for years, but with the arrival of Hotel Varmaland, more foreign tourists have been introduced to the area. Varmaland is clearly visable from highway no. 1, but the lights and the steam coming from the area is very visable. The trail through Varmaland is located in forestry, on the cliffs above Varmaland but from there, you will find great views over the surrounding areas. The trail starts at Hotel Varmaland but turns into the forestry, where you can find a playground for younger generation but also numerous walking and hiking paths. A variety of paths, together with a beautiful landscapes, makes a walk through Varmaland, a very interesting and fascinating experience.