The path along Ægissíða has run circles around its competition, earning the position of being the best place for a jog for the third year in a row. This coastal path caters to all types of workouts. If you’re taking it easy, the ocean view and the charming houses provide a pleasant backdrop while motivating you to keep at it. Breaks can be taken at the old fishing station, the ice cream shop, a water fountain, or at one of the many benches or picnic tables if the weather allows it. If you’re revving to go, running east along the long path will keep you off the streets and afford nice views of Bessastaðir (the President’s residence), Perlan, and the Fossvogur bay while you’re at it. You can then reward yourself with a dip at Nauthólsvík before having to head back.

2013: Ægissíða
2012: Ægissíða
2011: Laugardalur
2010: Laugardalur
2009: Elliðaárdalur

Photo by Axel Sigurðarson