Walking and Trekking in Iceland [Paperback]

This hiking and trekking guidebook offers a total of 49 day hikes and 10 multi-stage treks set right across the magnificent country of Iceland. With three national parks including the mighty Vatnaj?kull, it is a country of incredible beauty, and its capital, Reykjav?k, is an established and easy-to-get-to destination. Including popular, such as the classic Laugavegur Trail from Landmannalaugar to ??rsm?rk, as well as lesser-known trails, the guide is split into 12 sections that cover all the best hikking and trekking to be had in and around Iceland's amazing and awe-inspiring volcanic, glacial landscapes. The routes range in difficulty from easy walks to challenging treks and give readers all the information they need to experience this wonderfully unique destination on foot. Venturing inland to the remote interior and captivating ice caps, and across glaciers, past lakes and around coastlines and geothermal areas, Paddy Dillon's guide to this 'Land of Ice and Fire' encourages visitors to explore all that Iceland has to offer, and will inspire lovers of the great outdoors to return time and time again. The guide gives lots of tips for travellers on a budget as well as details on public transport and accommodation.

Iceland is a country of extraordinary beauty, and this book introduces hikers and backpackers to this 'Land of Ice and Fire'. The routes described cover 100 days of hiking across the whole country (49 day walks and 51 days on long-distance treks), to take in its amazing volcanic and glacial landscapes.

With Reykjavik now an established city-break destination, Iceland is easy to get to. Once there, the routes described include both popular and lesser-known trails, from coastal walks and off-island trails, to the remote interior and ice-caps. Most routes are signposted and waymarked, and a number of easy 'starter' treks and walks are included, but there are also rugged mountain routes and glacier crossings  including the classic Laugavegur trlƒ!