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Laugavegur Ultra Marathon

Landmannalaugar, Southern, Iceland

calendar_today 11 Jul, 2026

About the Event

Conquer one of the world's most iconic trails in a single, epic push at the Laugavegshlaupið on July 11, 2026. This is a monumental 55km ultramarathon across Iceland's highlands, connecting the geothermal wonderland of Landmannalaugar to the lush oasis of Þórsmörk. Where most hikers take four days, elite runners complete this breathtaking journey in just 4-5 hours, traversing a constantly shifting landscape of rainbow-colored rhyolite mountains, black sand deserts, and powerful glacial rivers. A sell-out event known for its extreme challenge, this race is the ultimate test of endurance against the raw, untamed beauty of the Icelandic wilderness.

Races Offered

Laugavegur Ultra Marathon

Jul 11, 2026

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Distance — 55K

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timer

1 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Landmannalaugar.

thermostat Temperature

6.6° / 12.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

2.6° / 8.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 17m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.1 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.1 cm

air Avg wind speed

15.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

85.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

03:37

nightlight Sunset

23:05

About Landmannalaugar

Learn more about the host city, Landmannalaugar.

Landmannalaugar is a remote encampment in South Iceland. Many volcanic phenomena can be seen in the area. Landmannalaugar is part of the Fjallabak Nature Reserve.