Laugavegurinn pass one of the best hiking trails in the world
National Geographic has named Fimmvörðuháls Pass as one of the best hiking trails in the world. As stated by the National Geographic this approximately 77km (48 miles) long trail is the best choice for thous hikers who like see Iceland wilderness, volcanoes and spending time sleeping in huts.
This popular hiking trail was closed for a while when Eyjafjallajökull volcano erupted in 2010. Actually the first eruption started on this pass - between Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull ice cap. After eruption a different route has been opened and because the eruption the trail is covered by lava rocks which and new craters of Magni and Móði are just a small part of trails beauty.
The safest and probably the best time for hiking in this trail is summer. During the summer buses run from Reykjavik to starting point of the hiking trail. Complete hike takes up to 8 days but it is possible to cut the hike shorter by going from Thorsmork to Skógafoss, covering approximately 20km.