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Hallgrímskirkja loop from Reykjavik

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Hallgrímskirkja loop from Reykjavik

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Hallgrímskirkja loop from Reykjavik

01:33

5.91km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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1.15 km

Leif Eriksson Monument at Hallgrímskirkja Church

Highlight • Monument

Leifur the Lucky was on his way to Greenland to visit his father. But he got off course and discovered America. The statue of Alexander Stirling Calder from 1930 is a gift from the United States of America to Iceland for the 1,000th anniversary of the Icelandic parliament and stands in front of the Hallgrimskirche.

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1.18 km

Hallgrímskirkja

Highlight • Religious Site

The Hallgrimskirkja is the second highest building in Iceland. From the top of the church tower you have a great view of the capital Reykjavik with the colorful roofs and the harbor.

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1.49 km

Laugavegur Shopping Street

Highlight (Segment) • Settlement

Laugavegur is one of the oldest streets in Reykjavik. The street has its roots dating back to the city's early days when it was a path to natural hot springs. The name Laugavegur roughly translates to 'the Waterway', because women used to bring their laundry to this area to be washed in the hot springs. It was officially constructed in 1885. Over time, Laugavegur evolved from a practical route into a vibrant city center. By the end of the 19th century it was known for its beautiful Icelandic style buildings that now characterize much of downtown Reykjavik. These colorful old houses, together with the street art and amazing murals, make Reykjavik a truly vibrant and colorful small city, especially during the gray and dark winter days.

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3.08 km

Fálkahús (Falcon House) – Hafnarstræti

Highlight • Historical Site

Note the Fálkahús, the "falcon house" (1888), whose central roof is decorated with a drakkar and four birds of prey. This is where the Icelandic falcons that were sold to European aristocrats at the time were kept.

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3.32 km

Alþingi — Parliament of Iceland

Highlight • Historical Site

The world's first parliament, founded in 930 in Thingvellir, settled in this austere gray basalt stone building (1881) with its copper-green roof. Next to it there is now a better lit outbuilding (2002). Debates in the large hall with sky blue walls are broadcast live on television.
In the middle of the square stands the statue of Jon Sigurdsson, who was at the forefront of the independence struggle of the 19th century.

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3.71 km

View of Hallgrímskirkja from Rainbow Street

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3.77 km

Rainbow Street (Skólavörðustígur)

Highlight • Structure

The road or the rainbow looks longer than it is in many pictures. I still found it very cool, especially because of the church in the background, which is a sight in itself (Hallgrimskirkja).

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4.03 km

Ode to Mother Mural by Caratoes, Laugavegur 23

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Laugavegur 23 in Reykjavik, is a striking building known for its impressive mural. The building is home to the Mjúk Iceland store. The mural, by Hong Kong-based Belgian street artist Cara To (also known as Caratoes), was created as part of the Wall Poetry Project in 2015.
The mural, titled 'Ode to Mother', is inspired by the song 'Óður til Móður' ('Ode to Mother') by local band Ylja. The artwork immerses the entire building in a hallucinatory haze of colors and shapes.

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5.91 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.47 km

757 m

670 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.93 km

978 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Hallgrímskirkja loop from Reykjavik

Leif Eriksson Monument at Hallgrímskirkja Church

Hallgrímskirkja

Laugavegur Shopping Street

Fálkahús (Falcon House) – Hafnarstræti

Alþingi — Parliament of Iceland

View of Hallgrímskirkja from Rainbow Street

Rainbow Street (Skólavörðustígur)

Ode to Mother Mural by Caratoes, Laugavegur 23

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