Enjoy a different side of Iceland
Walk beneath the trees, listen for birds and pause when the light catches the leaves. Vaglaskógur rewards a gentler outing, with time to notice the smaller details of the valley.
Make time for the woodland around your stay. Vaglaskógur brings marked walking paths and the pleasure of being among trees to Fnjóskadalur. It is a lovely counterpoint to the waterfalls, lava and open coastline of a North Iceland holiday.
- The setting
- Woodland in Fnjóskadalur
- Explore
- Marked walking paths
- Afterwards
- Your own terrace and hot tub
Choose your walk on the day
Use the local trail map and waymarkers to choose a route suited to your group, the weather and the daylight. Ask your hosts about a convenient starting point from Lundskógar. Bring layers, suitable shoes and water, even for a relaxed walk.
Follow the river’s story
The old stone arch bridge over Fnjóská dates from 1908 and adds a little local history to exploring the forest area. Check the trail map for its position and choose your route accordingly.
Enjoy the changing seasons
Longer summer days leave plenty of room for a walk between other plans. As the seasons change, choose your route around the ground conditions and available light. In winter, check local advice before setting out.
Keep the rest of the day simple
Return to Lundskógar for lunch, an afternoon on the terrace or a soak in the hot tub. A holiday here has room for days that stay close to home as well as days spent discovering the wider north.
Useful planning links
Questions
Are there marked walking trails in Vaglaskógur?
Yes. Marked paths run through the forest. Use the local trail map to choose a route and ask your hosts about a suitable starting point for your group.
Make a stay of it
Come home to Lundskógar
Settle into a private woodland retreat above Fnjóskadalur, about 20 km from Akureyri. Four bedrooms for up to seven guests, a generous terrace and your own hot tub make Lundskógar a place to enjoy together.
Grenivík, the second villa, is on the way.
