Landmannalaugar

Rainbow mountains and a natural hot spring.

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Welcome to Landmannalaugar

Landmannalaugar is the jewel of the highlands, a basin of rhyolite mountains glowing in red, gold, green and pink beside lava fields and a warm bathing stream.

It is the start of the famous Laugavegur trek and a wonderland of day hikes through unreal colour.

How to get there

The Highlands open only in the summer months and need a sturdy four wheel drive or a guided super jeep, since the mountain roads cross unbridged rivers.

Region: The Highlands
Type: Natural
Best for: Hiking, hot springs, raw wilderness
Best time: July to September
Suggested time: 1 to 2 days
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Landmannalaugar

What to see and do

The places and moments worth slowing down for.

Rainbow mountains

Slopes glowing in many mineral colours.

Natural hot spring

A warm stream to bathe in after hiking.

Laugavegur start

The trailhead of Iceland's famous trek.

Tours & activities

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Good to know

Quick answers for planning your visit.

Where is Landmannalaugar?

Landmannalaugar is in The Highlands, Iceland. It is in the Fjallabak highlands of southern Iceland, open in summer.

What is Landmannalaugar known for?

Landmannalaugar is known for its colourful rhyolite mountains, a natural hot spring, the Laugavegur trail and superb day hiking.

When is the best time to visit Landmannalaugar?

The best time to visit is july to September, and every season here has its own character.

How long should I spend at Landmannalaugar?

Most visitors spend 1 to 2 days here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.

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