5VH Trail Run
2026-08-08 09:00 - 16:30 UTC | From Reykjavík, Reykjavík, 101, Iceland
5VH Trail Run
The 5VH Trail Run (Fimmvörðuhálshlaupið).The race is along Fimmvörðuháls, from Skógar to Volcano Huts in Húsadal, covering 28 km.
Registration opens: Friday, November 7 at 12:00

Website: www.5vhhlaup.is
Facebook: facebook.com/5vhtrailrun

Location & Timing

Start: Skógar
Race start time: 9:00 AM, Saturday, August 8, 2026
Finish: Volcano Huts, Húsadal
Distance: 28 km
Time limit: 7 hours (finish by 16:00)

Awards

Prizes for top 3 men and women
Prizes for first place in each age group

Registration Fees

ISK 19,900 until December 31
ISK 22,900 from January 1
ISK 23,900 after June 30

Note: Registration fees are non-refundable, but name changes can be made until July 31, 2026. Registration closes July 31 or when the race is full.
Included in Registration

Race bib, course supervision, and timing
Aid stations at Baldvinsskála (13 km), Strákagil (23 km), Volcano Huts, with water, sports drinks, bananas, chocolate, and Nääk products
Shower and toilet facilities at Volcano Huts after the race
Meal at Volcano Huts after the race
Transportation of personal gear from Skógar to Volcano Huts
Medical care at Volcano Huts

Not Included

Bus transfers and race shirt

Bus can be booked during registration (race buses from Reykjavík → Skógar and Volcano Huts → Reykjavík the same day)
Later, bus options via Volcano Huts will be available from Þórsmörk (Volcano Huts) and Skógar

Race shirt is optional and can be purchased during registration at a good price. No shirts can be ordered after June 30.
