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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
The trail begins outside the lower entrance for the Hotel Husafell, with a map posted adjacent to the hotel pool.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
The trail crosses one of the creeks used for energy generation for the hotel.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
While several trails overlap at first, soon the green and yellow trails split and head across the street.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
A short portion of the trail lies along a paved road.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
Historical sites and artistic installations relating to the area's past lie along the trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
Posted markers show the route as it begins to climb very slightly toward Bæjargil Canyon.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
At its higher points, the trail becomes a slender trail through the grassy hillside.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
Hikers have the option to veer off the trail slightly and visit the studios of local artist Páll Guðmundsson.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
The art of Páll Guðmundsson throughout his studio property makes for a worthwhile detour from the loop path.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
A church with historical altarpieces and stone and craftwork designed and shaped by Páll Guðmundsson.

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