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The Top 20 Peaks in the Iceland Mountains

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in the Iceland Mountains is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20

to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Iceland Mountains for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Last updated: November 15, 2025

View of Kirkjufell Mountain

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beauttiful montain - many postcards have it as a motive and if you like the movie "secret life of walter mitty"- here is the scene, where Walter went by with his skateboard.

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Kristínartindar

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A beautiful day hike in about 6-8 hours, the time here is not accurate as I didn't recorded the hike in the past. It's really worth spending a day there …

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Bláhnúkur Summit

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Great view over the colorful mountains of Landmannalaugar. The climb over the northeast ridge is difficult, the descent on the west side followed by a clockwise arc back to Landmannalaugar …

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Bæjarfell

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This highlight is located on a path towards the first stream crossing. For the real walk you have to go even higher, past the small glacier.

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Helgafell Hill and Helgafellskirkja

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"Helgafell" means "Holy Mountain" and refers to the location of a Viking shrine. Guðrún Ósvífursdóttir, the main character of the Icelandic Laxdæla Saga, lived here in a church until her …

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Hekla Summit

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When the weather is nice you will be rewarded with incredible views. The feeling of being on an active volcano is incredible. If you expect lava flows and a large …

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Magni & Móði

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Vestrahorn

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One of the most striking features of the peninsula is Mount Vestrahorn. At 454 meters high, it rises majestically into the sky and is a popular destination for photographers from …

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Viewpoint, Alt: 834m

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Viewpoint, marked on the map. By the way, you also have a split here. If you come for the view of Huldujökull, go straight to Sker Hill.

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Nyrðrihnaukur viewpoint

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The best view of the hanging Morsá Glacier and the brightly colored mountains of Kjós is slightly north of the marked path.

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Esja Plateau Summit

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The path across the plateau is no longer steep, but leads partly over soft ground and partly over boulder terrain. Easily manageable if you're used to it; otherwise, it becomes …

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