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E4

Heinabergsdalur (Vatnsdalur)

The trail starts at Heinabergslón (glacier lagoon) and goes towards Heinabergsdalur. Hikers have to cross Dalá river. The hike ends at Vatnsdalur where the glacier used to block water that would cause floodings from time to time.

Distance
17,5 km
Distance
6-7 hours
Trail difficulty factor
Challenging
Elevation
835 m
Starting point
Heinabergslón car park

Connected hikes

E1

Heinaberg

6 km
3-4 h
Challenging

A circle tail around Heinaberg. Points of interest: Bólstaðafoss waterfall, Heinabergsjökull glacier and basalt columns.

E2

Heinar

1,8 km
1 h
Challenging

A circle trail with bird life and basalt columns.

E3

Heinaberg farm

1,8 km
1 h
Easy

The trail starts at car park south of Heinbergsfell and leads hikers through sheep trails towards the ruins of the Heinaberg farm.

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