Kerling
Mountain in Northeastern Region · 1,538 m
The hike up Kerling
The route starts at Grundarkirkja — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Kerling?
Kerling is 1,538 m above sea level and lies in Northeastern Region, Iceland. Its prominence is 775 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Kerling?
From Grundarkirkja it is about 9.8 km one way with 1,530 m of ascent. Expect around 7 h 28 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Kerling?
The nearest parking is Grundarkirkja (southeast of the peak) — 9.8 km on foot · ↑ 1,530 m · about 7 h 28 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area east of the peak (about 12.9 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Kerling in Conquer?
Yes — Kerling is one of 2,385 peaks in Iceland in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Kerling in the app
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