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Hrafntinnusker is a unique place in Iceland. Hrafntinnusker is the first destination when walking the Laugavegur, the country's most popular highland hiking route, from Landmannalaugar over to Þórsmörk. There is a 12 km well-marked footpath, quite steep, as Hrafntinnusker is the highest point of the Laugavegur, it has an altitude of 1,100 metres. At Hrafntinnusker is the Iceland Travel Association's cabin, Höskuldarskáli, built in 1977. To the south of Hrafntinnusker, the closest cabin is by Álftavatn. What makes Hrafntinnusker so unique are the colours, hot springs, glaciers and piles of snow, which are still there in the middle of September even after a good summer. In this area, by Torfajökull is one of the biggest high temperature areas in the country. There is a jeep trail to Hrafntinnusker, but it is only accessible to powerful mountain jeeps and only for a few weeks a year.

Adelicious pastries and savoury sandwiches when travelling in South Iceland. The family-run bakery has locations in Hveragerði, Selfoss and Hella. The owners, Almar Þór Þorgeirsson and Ólöf (Lóa) Ingibergsdóttir, put passion and love into their baking. “We pride ourselves on having a great selection of pastries,” says Lóa. “And if you are going on a picnic, we have a great selection of sandwiches.” Customers can find delicious sandwiches like turkey breast on fresh-baked ciabatta bread with bacon and tomatoes, crunchy baguettes with ham and cheese and perfectly flaky croissants with cheese and salami.

Hilla, are the most popular. In all, the bakery makes 13 different types of bread.

As for the pastries, customers are tempted with many treats, from Icelandic classics like kleinur and vinarbrauð to doughnuts and cinnabuns. The cakes are exquisite, including carrot, chocolate, and caramel. The bakery is very inclusive as there are several vegan options available.

Family-run business

Almar and Lóa opened their first bakery in Hveragerði in 2009. Since then, they have expanded to two other locations, and their four children and other family friendly service,” says Lóa.

Convenient locations

Almar’s bakeries are situated close to Route 1, which makes them an ideal stop when travelling along the southern part of the ring road. There is good parking at the sites, and the family is ready to welcome you whether you choose to dine in or takeaway to continue your Iceland road trip adventure! -JG