• The Highlands, Iceland

Laugavegur Ultra Marathon 2025

The Laugavegur trail is located in the southern highlands of Iceland and connects the nature reserves Landmannalaugar and Thorsmork. For many runners the Laugavegur Ultra Marathon is the most enjoyable race in Iceland. The course is 55 km and takes runners through areas of outstanding natural beauty.

This race is not meant for walkers, only experienced runners. Those who have reached the age of 18 are allowed to participate in the race. They need to be in good physical shape and can fulfil certain requirements, more info here: Is this race for you? - Laugavegur Ultra Marathon

Registration

Registration opens on the first Wednesday in November each year and is open for one week. A certain number of the highest-ranked ITRA runners get direct entry into the race, while others go into a lottery draw. Those who do not get into the race after the lottery receive a 100% refund and are placed on a waiting list. More details here: Registration - Laugavegur Ultra Marathon

Thursday, July 10, 2025 

15:00 - Race package pickup opens at Laugardalshöll 

17:30 - Race package pickup closes

Friday, July 11, 2025 

14:00 - Race package pickup opens at Laugardalshöll 

16:30 - Race package pickup closes

Saturday, July 12, 2025 

04:30 - Buses depart from Skautahöllin in Laugardalur - Yellow, Red, and Green pace groups 

05:00 - Buses depart from Skautahöllin in Laugardalur - Blue and Pink pace groups 

09:00 - 09:35 Start of the pace groups - More information on the race day schedule - Program 2025 - Laugavegur Ultra Marathon

18:50 - Timing ends