Lighthouse · North Iceland
Kálfshamarsvík
lighthouse in Iceland
Quick facts
- Kálfshamarsvík is 289 km from Reykjavík by road, about 4 h 18 min by car.
- The nearest town to Kálfshamarsvík is Blönduós.
- Kálfshamarsvík is a lighthouse in North Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Blönduós |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 289 km by road, about 4 h 18 min |
| Region | North Iceland |
| Coordinates | 66.0172° N, 20.4325° 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 Kálfshamarsvík?
Kálfshamarsvík is a lighthouse in North Iceland.
Where is Kálfshamarsvík?
Kálfshamarsvík is at 66.0172° N, 20.4325° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Blönduós. The nearest other sight on our map is Laxárvatn, a lake about 3.5 km away in a straight line.
How far is Kálfshamarsvík from Reykjavík?
Kálfshamarsvík is 289 km from Reykjavík by road, about 4 h 18 min by car.
How do I get to Kálfshamarsvík?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Kálfshamarsvík, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Blönduós.
Does it cost anything to visit Kálfshamarsvík?
We have not verified a fee for Kálfshamarsvík. 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.
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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