Canyon · East Iceland
Hafrahvammagljúfur
Quick facts
- Hafrahvammagljúfur is 501 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 49 min by car. The nearest road is about 1.9 km away.
- Hafrahvammagljúfur is a canyon in East Iceland.
The facts
| From Reykjavík | 501 km by road, about 7 h 49 min |
|---|---|
| Region | East Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.9653° N, 15.7593° 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 Hafrahvammagljúfur?
Hafrahvammagljúfur is a canyon in East Iceland.
Where is Hafrahvammagljúfur?
Hafrahvammagljúfur is at 64.9653° N, 15.7593° W, in East Iceland. The nearest other sight on our map is Kárahnjúkar, a mountain about 542 m away in a straight line.
How far is Hafrahvammagljúfur from Reykjavík?
Hafrahvammagljúfur is 501 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 49 min by car. The nearest road is about 1.9 km away.
How do I get to Hafrahvammagljúfur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hafrahvammagljúfur, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Hafrahvammagljúfur?
We have not verified a fee for Hafrahvammagljúfur. 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 Hafrahvammagljúfur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Vök Baths, about 91 minutes' drive from Hafrahvammagljúfur. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,800 per visit on a LifePass.
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 91 min driveISK 4,800 per visit with LifePass
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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