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Gæsadalur – Gæsafjöll

Gæsadalur – Gæsafjöll

We drive to the entrance of Gæsadalur and from there walk into the valley, crossing the scree slopes east of the river

Date: Saturday, 29 August

Departure: 8:00 by private cars from FFA, Strandgata 23
Please note that a 4WD vehicle is recommended; small SUVs may be sufficient.

Carpooling if desired.

Guide: Rev. Þorgrímur G. Daníelsson

We drive to the entrance of Gæsadalur and from there walk into the valley, crossing the scree slopes east of the river and then ascending out of the valley on the eastern side. Once on top, we visit a small crater with a beautiful mountain lake, then continue to the summit of Gæsafjöll, which offers one of the best viewpoints over the Þingey highlands.

From the summit, the route descends into Skessuskál and then returns to the cars.

Distance: 15 km
Elevation gain: 450 m

Price: ISK 5,200 / 6,900
Included: Guide services

Payment is made at departure.

When
Saturday, August 29
Time
08:00-17:00
Where
Ferðafélag Akureyrar