Mountain · Capital Region
Grímannsfell
mountain
Quick facts
- Grímannsfell is 27 km from Reykjavík by road, about 57 min by car. The nearest road is about 1.9 km away.
- Grímannsfell rises to 482 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Grímannsfell is Kópavogur.
- Grímannsfell is a mountain in the Capital Region of Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 482 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Kópavogur |
| From Reykjavík | 27 km by road, about 57 min |
| Region | Capital Region |
| Coordinates | 64.1500° N, 21.5333° 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.
The nearest road is about 1.9 km away.
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.
Questions people ask
What is Grímannsfell?
Grímannsfell is a mountain in the Capital Region of Iceland. It rises to 482 metres above sea level.
Where is Grímannsfell?
Grímannsfell is at 64.1500° N, 21.5333° W, in the Capital Region of Iceland. The nearest town is Kópavogur. The nearest other sight on our map is Helgufoss, a waterfall about 2.8 km away in a straight line.
How far is Grímannsfell from Reykjavík?
Grímannsfell is 27 km from Reykjavík by road, about 57 min by car. The nearest road is about 1.9 km away.
How do I get to Grímannsfell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Grímannsfell, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kópavogur.
Does it cost anything to visit Grímannsfell?
We have not verified a fee for Grímannsfell. 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 Grímannsfell?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Árbær & Pool, about 46 minutes' drive from Grímannsfell. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (50 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (50 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 46 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
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- 56 min driveper visit with LifePass
On the way back
- 61 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 78 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 79 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 110 min drive
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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