Hike · South Iceland
Hellismannaleið
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
- Hellismannaleið is 128 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 57 min by car.
- The Hellismannaleið route is 54 km long and takes about 17 h to walk.
- The nearest town to Hellismannaleið is Hella.
- Hellismannaleið is a hike in South Iceland.
The facts
| Distance | 54 km |
|---|---|
| Ascent | 1483 m |
| Walking time | 17 h |
| Difficulty | Hard |
| Nearest town | Hella |
| From Reykjavík | 128 km by road, about 1 h 57 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.0343° N, 19.8350° 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 Hellismannaleið?
Hellismannaleið is a hike in South Iceland.
Where is Hellismannaleið?
Hellismannaleið is at 64.0343° N, 19.8350° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Hella. The nearest other sight on our map is Þjófafoss, a waterfall about 2.9 km away in a straight line.
How far is Hellismannaleið from Reykjavík?
Hellismannaleið is 128 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 57 min by car.
How do I get to Hellismannaleið?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hellismannaleið, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hella.
How long does the Hellismannaleið hike take?
The Hellismannaleið route is 54 km long and takes about 17 h to walk. It is rated hard. The climb is 1,483 m. Walking times are estimates from the route's distance and climb, not a guarantee.
Does it cost anything to visit Hellismannaleið?
We have not verified a fee for Hellismannaleið. 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 Hellismannaleið?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 44 minutes' drive from Hellismannaleið. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (63 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (103 min).
Soak here afterwards
- World Class Hella & Pool44 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- World Class Selfoss & Pool63 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool103 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool106 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool108 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool110 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon113 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool118 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
ÞjófafossWaterfall · 2.9 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: GrunkheadStórkonugrófCanyon · 3 km
TröllkonuhlaupWaterfall · 4.9 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Bromr
BúrfellVolcano · 5.8 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: TenOfAllTrades(talk)
FossabrekkurWaterfall · 5.9 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Bromr
BjólfellMountain · 8 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Hansueli Krapf This file was uploaded with Commonist.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
- OpenStreetMap (ODbL-1.0)
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