Things to do in Landmannalaugar
Discover the best attractions and experiences Landmannalaugar has to offer
Historic Monuments
Landmannalaugar is famed for its breathtaking natural scenery rather than man-made monuments.
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Museums
The Highlands area has no major museums; focus here is nature and hiking.
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Religious Monuments
There are no notable religious monuments in Landmannalaugar.
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National & Theme Parks
Explore protected highland landscapes and geothermal areas.
Fjallabak Nature Reserve
A vast highland reserve that encompasses Landmannalaugar’s dramatic rhyolite mountains and rugged trails.
Landmannalaugar Geothermal Area
Geothermal pools and steaming vents set against colorful hills.
Laugahraun Lava Field
A vast lava field offering otherworldly scenery and extensive hiking routes.
Neighborhoods
The area is remote with no nearby towns or neighborhoods.
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Free Things to Do
Many experiences in Landmannalaugar are free and accessible without an entrance fee.
Soak in Landmannalaugar hot springs
Enjoy the natural geothermal pools surrounded by vibrant rhyolite mountains.
Hike the Laugahraun lava field
Traverse the expansive lava field with surreal colors and textures.
Brennisteinsalda viewpoint hike
Hike to viewpoints overlooking the sulfur-yellow slopes for dramatic views.
Gastronomy
Limited dining options in the highlands; packing meals is common, but you can grab simple provisions in nearby huts before or after treks.
Picnic in the highlands
Pack a meal to enjoy with the panoramic mountain scenery.
Hot beverages by geothermal areas
Sip coffee or hot chocolate while taking in the steam and colors.
Nightlife
Evenings are quiet in the highlands, ideal for stargazing.
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Entertainment
Natural landscapes and starlit skies provide the main entertainment.
Stargazing in the highlands
Experience Iceland’s pristine night skies away from city lights.
Photography of rhyolite mountains at golden hour
Capture the surreal colors as the sun rises or sets.
Sunrise hike to mountain viewpoints
Light paints the slopes as day begins over the highlands.
Sports
Active exploration is the main attraction here.
Laugavegur Trail (section) day hike
Walk a scenic segment of Iceland’s famed highland trek.
Brennisteinsalda ascent
Climb to colorful ridges for dramatic views.
Bláhnjúkur summit walk
Trek to the blue-hued peak and enjoy panoramic vistas.
Off the Track
Venture beyond the main trails for quieter encounters with the landscape.
Wild camping in the highlands
Spend a night under Iceland’s stars in permitted areas.
Remote photography expeditions
Capture the dramatic geothermal and rhyolite scenery.
Sunrise or night hikes away from crowds
Experience solitude amid the vast highland terrain.