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Hiking Routes in the Capital Area

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    The Water Circle in Heiðmörk

    Walk:
    7.56km
    Difficulty
    Level 2
    The Water Circle in Heiðmörk is a scenic walking and running route marked with blue posts,…
    Reykjavík
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    The Hjalli Circle in Heiðmörk

    Walk:
    7.98km
    Difficulty
    Level 2
    The Hjalli Circle in Heiðmörk runs through diverse landscapes, including lava fields and birch…
    Reykjavík
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    Selfjall and Sandfell

    Walk:
    6.19km
    Difficulty
    Level 2
    Selfjall and Sandfell are easily accessible and scenic hiking destinations on the outskirts of…
    Kópavogur
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    The Garðabær Circle

    Walk:
    7.08km
    Difficulty
    Level 2
    This route starts at Vídalínskirkja, passing through historical sites such as Hofsstaðir and…
    Garðabær
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Bike Routes in the Capital Area

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    The Kópavogur Circle

    Bike:
    11.73km
    Difficulty
    Level 1
    A scenic cycling route around Kópavogur, which includes cycling along Kársnes and Fossvogur.
    Kópavogur
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    Fossvogsdalur

    Bike:
    6.27km
    Difficulty
    Level 1
    Biking through Fossvogsdalur offers a scenic ride along lush trails, with vibrant birdlife and…
    Kópavogur
    Reykjavík
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    The Reykjavík Circle

    Bike:
    18.53km
    Difficulty
    Level 1
    A fun cycling loop around Reykjavík, passing by many of the city's main landmarks.
    Reykjavík
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    Búrfellsgjá

    Bike:
    5.64km
    Difficulty
    Level 2
    Biking to Búrfellsgjá offers a scenic journey through a historic lava channel with stunning…
    Garðabær
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Outdoor Areas in the Capital Area

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    Plútóbrekka

    Outdoor Area
    Plútóbrekkan, located below Seltjarnarneskirkja, is a popular spot for winter sledding and…
    Municipality
    Seltjarnarnes
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    Hofsstaðir

    Outdoor Area
    Hofsstaðir in Garðabær is an important archaeological site featuring the remains of a Viking…
    Municipality
    Garðabær
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    Sjálandshverfi

    Outdoor Area
    The beach in the Sjáland neighborhood is a popular outdoor spot with shell sand, a playground,…
    Municipality
    Garðabær
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    Grótta

    Outdoor Area
    Grótta is a scenic, land-connected island off the western coast of Seltjarnarnes, known for…
    Municipality
    Seltjarnarnes
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    Laugardalur

    Outdoor Area
    Laugardalur valley and park is undoubtedly one of the most popular outdoor areas of Reykjavik,…
    Municipality
    Reykjavík
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    Hvaleyrarvatn

    Outdoor Area
    Hvaleyrarvatn is a beautiful lake surrounded by forest and vegetation. The area is ideal for…
    Municipality
    Hafnarfjörður
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    Valhúsahæð

    Outdoor Area
    Valhúsahæð, the highest point in Seltjarnarnes at 31 meters above sea level, is a popular…
    Municipality
    Seltjarnarnes
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    Stekkjarflöt

    Outdoor Area
    Stekkjarflöt is an outdoor paradise near Álafosskvos and Varmá, offering a wide range of…
    Municipality
    Mosfellsbær
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