Brynjudalsskógur forestry

Since 1990, the Icelandic Forestry Association has engaged in Christmas tree cultivation in Brynjudalur in Hvalfjörður, an indispensable part of Christmas celebrations tradition. In Brynjudalsskógur, wood has been used for the construction of shelters and paths. There are two shelters in the forest, several resting places and a puzzle track. There are numerous walking paths in the forrest along with paths that can be used as a starting or finishing point for hiker going the traditional hike over Leggjabrjótur, over to Þingvellir or up to Botnsúlur. 

Into Brynjudalur you will find great tranquility and proximity to an immensely beautiful mountain range, where Botnssúlur mountain range loom over the area. The area is busy during the Christmas season, where Christmas tree sales take place there every year. The forest itself is well-kept and is very neat. A hiking trail through Brynjudalsskógur offers guests tranquility and beautiful surroundings. The mountainous terrain around the forestry gives a great impression on the environment and the forestry is a quiet place to enjoy and experience. The area has different hiking trails as well as numerous resting stops. Hiking paths can be found in the forest and some of them are used as starting or ending routes for traditional hiking trails on Leggbrjót over to Þingvellir or up to Botnsúlum.

Area: Kjósahreppur. 

Road number to the starting point: Hvalfjarðarvegur (nr. 47). Drive into Ingunnarstaðaveg. 

Difficulty level: Easy 

Length: 3.2km/ 1.98 miles 

Elevation: 103 meters/ 337.92 ft elevation. 

Markings: Some parts of the hiking trail are marked. 

Duration: 1 hour. 

Route type: Some rocks and grass. 

Obstacles on the way: Steps on the way. 

Services in the area: No services in the area. 

Illumination: No illumination. 

Season: The hiking trail is open all year round. 

GPS coordinates to the starting point: N 64°21.8068 W 021°18.1513 

GPS coordinates to the finishing point: N 64°21.8068 W 021°18.1513