Hengill Ultra Trail – Event Details

A day to remember

After the race, participants will enjoy refreshments and food at the finish area.

All participants also receive free admission to the Hveragerði swimming pool, known for its beautiful surroundings, unique architecture, and naturally heated geothermal water.

Professional timing equipment will be used and all runners will receive an electronic timing chip. Prize draws will take place throughout the day, with lucky participants winning goody bags and other prizes as runners cross the finish line.

The rules and an obligatory kit list for Hengill Ultra Trail can be found here.

The terms and conditions for Hengill Ultra Trail can be found here.

EVENT SCHEDULE 2026*
Race Packet Pickup

Wednesday, June 3 – Reykjavík

16:00–18:00
Race bib pickup at Útilíf outdoor and sporting goods store
Address: Skeifan 11d, 108 Reykjavík

17:00-18:00
Race briefing and runner gathering at Útilíf sporting goods store

Thursday, June 4 – Reykjavík

12:00–18:00
Race bib pickup at Útilíf outdoor and sporting goods store
Address: Skeifan 11d, 108 Reykjavík

Friday, June 5 – Reykjavík

12:00–18:00
Race bib pickup at Útilíf outdoor and sporting goods store
Address: Skeifan 11d, 108 Reykjavík

Saturday, June 6 – Hveragerði

07:00–13:30
Race bib pickup at the Expo Hall: Hveragerði Sports Hall
Address: Skólamörk 1, 810 Hveragerði

Friday, June 5 – Hveragerði

106K Ultra
   • 18:00–19:00 Mandatory gear check and race briefing at the Expo Hall
   • 19:50–20:00 Elite athlete presentation and runner introduction
   • 20:00–20:05 Start of the 106K race at Péturstorg (Pétur Square)

Saturday, June 6 – Hveragerði

   • 06:00–23:00 Race village closed to vehicle traffic
   • 06:00 Runner parking opens at Grýluvöllur (former Hamarshöll grounds)
   • 07:00–15:00 Expo and vendor village at the Hveragerði Sports Centre

53K

 • 07:00–07:30 Mandatory gear check and bag drop at the Expo Hall
   • 07:30–07:40 Race briefing at the Expo Hall
   • 08:00–08:05 Start of the 53K race at Péturstorg

10K
   • 09:30–09:45 Race briefing at the Expo Hall
   • 10:00–10:15 Start of the 10K race at Péturstorg

Food & Entertainment
   • 11:00–17:00 Kjötbúrið & SS Street Grill at Péturstorg
(Open to everyone – runners, supporters and spectators welcome)
   • 12:00–14:00 DJ and race-day party at Péturstorg

26K
   • 12:30–12:45 Race briefing at the Expo Hall
   • 13:00–13:10 Start of the 26K race at Péturstorg

5K
   • 13:30–13:45 Race briefing at the Expo Hall
   • 14:00–14:10 Start of the 5K race at Péturstorg

Finish Line Festival
   • 14:00–18:00 DJ and post-race celebration at the Street Grill
   • 15:30–16:30 Live music and entertainment with Hreimur and friends at the Street Grill