About This Race
The full marathon covers the scenic route twice, starting at 9:00 am with a 2 hour 30 minute cutoff at the halfway point. Runners experience the complete geological and coastal journey through Reykjavik's most beautiful areas on this double-loop format.
The full marathon covers the scenic route twice, starting at 9:00 am with a 2 hour 30 minute cutoff at the halfway point. Runners experience the complete geological and coastal journey through Reykjavik's most beautiful areas on this double-loop format.
Location
Practical Info
KEF - Keflavik International Airport
The race start is only 6.7 kilometers from Reykjavik city center, making downtown hotels easily accessible by taxi, bus, or even jogging as a warm-up.
Best For
Notable Features
The course showcases Reykjavik's unique geological features, including 5,500-year-old lava formations and ancient hills that were once islands after the last ice age. Runners enjoy ocean views with potential glimpses of the Snæfellsjökull stratovolcano glacier and pass the geothermally heated sand beach at Nauthóll. The intimate, grassroots atmosphere provides an authentic taste of Iceland's running culture.