Lake · The Highlands

Álftavatn

Álftavatn, Iceland
Photo: Chmee2/Valtameri · CC BY 3.0

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Stay on marked paths, leave no trace and close gates behind you. Driving off-road is illegal in Iceland.

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Quick facts

  • Álftavatn is 170 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 42 min by car.
  • The nearest town to Álftavatn is Hvolsvöllur.
  • Álftavatn is a lake in the Icelandic Highlands.
Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

The facts

Álftavatn: The facts
Nearest townHvolsvöllur
From Reykjavík170 km by road, about 2 h 42 min
RegionThe Highlands
Coordinates63.8548° N, 19.2457° W

Getting there

Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

Directions go to the sight's mapped point. For a mountain, glacier or lake that can be well away from the road, so park only in marked areas and walk from there.

Questions people ask

What is Álftavatn?

Álftavatn is a lake in the Icelandic Highlands.

Where is Álftavatn?

Álftavatn is at 63.8548° N, 19.2457° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur. The nearest other sight on our map is Strútur - Hvanngil, a hike about 3.2 km away in a straight line.

How far is Álftavatn from Reykjavík?

Álftavatn is 170 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 42 min by car.

How do I get to Álftavatn?

The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Álftavatn, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur.

Does it cost anything to visit Álftavatn?

We have not verified a fee for Álftavatn. Some landowners charge for parking or entry, so check the signs on arrival. Iceland's right of public access comes with duties: stay on marked paths and leave no trace.

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Sources

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