Canyon · South Iceland

Almannagjá

canyon in Iceland

Almannagjá, Iceland
Photo: Laurent Deschodt The original uploader was Calbp at French Wikipedia. · CC BY 1.0

Before you go

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

Areas can be closed at short notice to protect them. Check the official page before travelling.

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Quick facts

  • Almannagjá is 54 km from Reykjavík by road, about 54 min by car.
  • Almannagjá lies 150 metres above sea level.
  • The nearest town to Almannagjá is Hveragerði.
  • Almannagjá is a canyon in South Iceland.
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The facts

Almannagjá: The facts
Elevation150 m
Nearest townHveragerði
From Reykjavík54 km by road, about 54 min
RegionSouth Iceland
Coordinates64.2611° N, 21.1222° W

Getting there

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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 Almannagjá?

Almannagjá is a canyon in South Iceland. It lies 150 metres above sea level.

Where is Almannagjá?

Almannagjá is at 64.2611° N, 21.1222° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Hveragerði. The nearest other sight on our map is Thingvellir National Park, a national park about 361 m away in a straight line.

How far is Almannagjá from Reykjavík?

Almannagjá is 54 km from Reykjavík by road, about 54 min by car.

How do I get to Almannagjá?

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

Does it cost anything to visit Almannagjá?

We have not verified a fee for Almannagjá. 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.

Where can you swim near Almannagjá?

The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool, about 38 minutes' drive from Almannagjá. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (45 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (46 min).

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Sources

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