Á at Skarðsströnd to Vogur Fellsströnd Hiking trail
A hiking trail with a spectacular view of Breiðarfjörður and Hvammsfjörður.
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Region
Vesturland, Dalabyggð
Starting point
N65°15.7793 W022°20.7537
Markings
Sign(s) at the starting point of the trail
Duration
4 - 6 hours
Surface
- Gravel
- Grass
- Unsmooth grassy surface
- Mixed surface - e.g. soil, stones, grass
- Wetlands
- Rocks
Obstacles
- Step - A step, ledge, stair or low ledge that must be stepped on
- A ford - Unbridged river/a stream, wetland or a swamp
Hazards
- Rockfall - Rocks can fall from cliffs, landslides and mountain slopes
- A ford - Unbridged river/a stream, wetland or a swamp
- Streams - i.e. river, sea or lakes
- Wind gusts - A route known for powerful wind gusts
- Slippery trail
Service on the trail
- Restrooms
- Garbage disposal
- Campsite
Tjaldsvæði og þjónusta á Á á Skarðsströnd. Sveitahótel á Vogi á Fellströnd.
Lighting
Unilluminated
Period
The route is open except during winter time due to weather conditions
Breiðafjörður has been known as the "Foodchest of Iceland" throughout the centuries and there are numerous islands in the fjord. During summer the traffic in the area increases. Excursions through the islands are available. At Skarðsströnd there is a campsite and a service center. Vogur has a magnificent coutry hotel.
It is possible to start hiking at Á in Skarðsströnd or at Vogur in Fellsströnd. The hike is towards Klofningur, from which there is a spectacular view of Breiðafjörður and Hvammsfjörður.
On the hiking trail itself, there are several beautiful lakes and pleasant nature. At Vogur in Fellsströnd, you will find country hotel and at Á in Skarðsströnd you will find a campsite as well as a service center. No markings can be found along the trail, and there are some parts that can be hard to distinguish. Should be noted that there is a river on the trail that needs to be crossed.