Grundarfjörður walking trail
Grundarfjordur at the Snæfellsnes peninsula is the hometown of Kirkjufell, which is one of the most famous mountains in Iceland, if not the whole world. The town of Grundarfjörður is surrounded by magnificent nature and wildlife and it is not uncommon for seals and killer whales to be seen in the fjord. Hiking trails can be found all around, up in the mountain range above the town, down by the coastline and within the town itself.
A walking trail within Grundarfjörður leads visitors to many interesting places and services, including the sports center and swimmingpool, art in Grundarfjörður and the beautifully shaped and place church, the information center, kayak rental, restaurants and cafés, accommodation, art studios and much more. Access on the trail is good and is being modified. Strollers and wheelchairs can use the entire trail, but part of the trail has fine gravel as route type. On the trail, you walk down to the coastline of Grundarfjörður, where you will find a magnificent view of Kirkjufell, the fjord and little island Melrakkaey and a variety of wildlife.
- Area: Grundarfjörður (parking lot at Borgarbraut 17-19).
- Road number to the starting point: Parking lot next to the gymnasium/swimmingpool.
- Level of difficulty: Easy.
- Length: 2.09 km.
- Elevation: Less then 50 meters.
- Markings: Services and companies will be marked on signs (from spring 2024).
- Duration: 30 minutes.
- Route type: Asphalt, concrete and parly fine gravel.
- Obstacles on the way: No obstacles.
- Service in the area: Camping ground is next to the route and toilets located at the camping ground, by the gymnasium/swimmingpool and in community hall at Sólvellir 3. Map of Grundarfjörður can be found around the town.
- Illumination: Illumination is on part of the route.
- Season: The route is open all year round but be aware of winter conditions on the route.
- GPS coordinates to the starting- and finishing point: N64°55.3122 W 023°14.5813.
