Hike · South Iceland
Hellismannaleið
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 10 h 45 min to walk.
- The nearest town to Hellismannaleið is Hella.
- Hellismannaleið is a hike in South Iceland.
The facts
| Distance | 54 km |
|---|---|
| Walking time | 10 h 45 min |
| 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.
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 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 10 h 45 min to walk. It is rated hard. 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 45 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 (64 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (108 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 45 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 64 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 108 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 111 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 113 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 115 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 117 min driveper visit with LifePass
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
- OpenStreetMap (ODbL-1.0)
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