Lonsoraefi is a remote mountain wilderness in southeast Iceland, inland from the Lon area near Hofn. It is a protected area of rugged, uninhabited highland. The starting area, Stafafell, lies off the Ring Road near Hofn.
A remote wilderness in the southeast
Access is by rough tracks in summer, and the interior is reached on foot. The weather and rivers can be serious, so trips need planning and conditions should be checked on safetravel.is.
Colourful mountains and hiking
The mountains here are colourful, with rhyolite in shades of orange, yellow, and red, similar to Landmannalaugar. Deep valleys, rivers, and old glacial landscapes cut through the area. It is known for multi-day hiking routes through the mountains, with huts along the way. The routes are for experienced hikers and cross rivers and rough ground.
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