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The World’s 100 Best Hikes

Múlagljúfur

South Iceland, Iceland

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST HIKES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 1 2026

Top 10No. 1 in EuropeNo. 1 in the Nordics

Múlagljúfur

A canyon hike in South Iceland climbing steeply over gravel and rock to viewpoints above a moss-covered gorge. From the top, several waterfalls drop into the canyon, with a glacier lagoon and Vatnajökull glacier visible beyond.

Highlights

  • Main viewpoint over waterfalls
  • Stream crossing on the trail
  • Exposed ridge to summit

Good to know

  • About 45–60 minutes uphill to main viewpoint
  • Paid parking, 1000 ISK, four-hour limit
  • Upper section narrow, steep, no railings

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