Mountain · West Iceland

Helgafell

mountain in Snæfellsnes, Iceland

Helgafell, Iceland
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Before you go

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

  • Helgafell is 170 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 33 min by car.
  • Helgafell rises to 73 metres above sea level.
  • The nearest town to Helgafell is Stykkishólmur.
  • Helgafell is a mountain in West Iceland.
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The facts

Helgafell: The facts
Elevation73 m
Nearest townStykkishólmur
From Reykjavík170 km by road, about 2 h 33 min
RegionWest Iceland
Coordinates65.0424° N, 22.7271° 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 Helgafell?

Helgafell is a mountain in West Iceland. It rises to 73 metres above sea level.

Where is Helgafell?

Helgafell is at 65.0424° N, 22.7271° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Stykkishólmur. The nearest other sight on our map is Helgafellsvatn, a lake about 661 m away in a straight line.

How far is Helgafell from Reykjavík?

Helgafell is 170 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 33 min by car.

How do I get to Helgafell?

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

Does it cost anything to visit Helgafell?

We have not verified a fee for Helgafell. 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 Helgafell?

The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 107 minutes' drive from Helgafell. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door.

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Sources

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