Running in the Iceland Mountains is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in the Iceland Mountains—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 8, 2025

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1. Magnúsarfoss – Svartifoss loop from Kópasker

17.1km

02:29

710m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Kirkjufell loop from Grundarfjörður

6.38km

00:41

60m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Brúarnesti loop from Ísafjörður

8.45km

00:52

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Leirutjörn loop from Akureyri

7.59km

00:47

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Running loop from Suðurbrekkan

12.3km

01:18

100m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Running loop from Ísafjörður

17.1km

01:49

80m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Running loop from Giljahverfi

8.92km

01:00

120m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Running loop from Hlíðarhverfi

11.1km

01:10

90m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Buna Waterfall loop from Ísafjörður

10.3km

01:06

80m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Grísatjörn loop from Suðurbrekkan

7.79km

00:50

90m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in the Iceland Mountains

1. Magnúsarfoss – Svartifoss loop from Kópasker

2. Kirkjufell loop from Grundarfjörður

3. Brúarnesti loop from Ísafjörður

4. Leirutjörn loop from Akureyri

5. Running loop from Suðurbrekkan

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10. Grísatjörn loop from Suðurbrekkan

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