A1 Leiruhringur

A1 Leiruhringur is a 0.8-mile cross-country ski trail that makes a loop in Southern Region, Iceland, inside Bláfjallafólkvangur. It runs between about 1,650 ft and 1,720 ft above sea level, with roughly 150 ft of climbing over the route. It is mapped as a moderate route. It is groomed for classic and skate skiing. Parts of it are lit for skiing after dark. The nearest town is Garðabær, about 11 miles southeast of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Bláfjallahorn, Kerlingarhnúkur and Heiðartoppur. There are 6 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Grooming and snow conditions change daily, so check the local trail report before you go.