Lake · West Iceland
Bretavatn
lake in Iceland
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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Passes from ISK 7,900. Lagoons cost extra per visit.
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The best sights in each region, and where to soak afterwards.
Quick facts
- Bretavatn is 96 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 30 min by car.
- The nearest town to Bretavatn is Borgarnes.
- Bretavatn is a lake in West Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 96 km by road, about 1 h 30 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.6886° N, 22.0857° W |
Getting there
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 Bretavatn?
Bretavatn is a lake in West Iceland.
Where is Bretavatn?
Bretavatn is at 64.6886° N, 22.0857° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Brúarfoss, a waterfall about 6.7 km away in a straight line.
How far is Bretavatn from Reykjavík?
Bretavatn is 96 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 30 min by car.
How do I get to Bretavatn?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Bretavatn, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
Does it cost anything to visit Bretavatn?
We have not verified a fee for Bretavatn. 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 Bretavatn?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 48 minutes' drive from Bretavatn. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Laugar & Pool (81 min), Sky Lagoon (84 min).
Soak here afterwards
- World Class Akranes & Pool48 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- World Class Laugar & Pool81 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon84 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool88 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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