Volcano · Reykjanes
Keilir
mountain in Iceland
Quick facts
- Keilir is 36 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 58 min by car. The nearest road is about 3 km away.
- Keilir rises to 378 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Keilir is Grindavík.
- Keilir is a volcano in Reykjanes, Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 378 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Grindavík |
| From Reykjavík | 36 km by road, about 1 h 58 min |
| Region | Reykjanes |
| Coordinates | 63.9425° N, 22.1717° 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 3 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 Keilir?
Keilir is a volcano in Reykjanes, Iceland. It rises to 378 metres above sea level.
Where is Keilir?
Keilir is at 63.9425° N, 22.1717° W, in Reykjanes, Iceland. The nearest town is Grindavík. The nearest other sight on our map is Spákonuvatn, a lake about 3.5 km away in a straight line.
How far is Keilir from Reykjavík?
Keilir is 36 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 58 min by car. The nearest road is about 3 km away.
How do I get to Keilir?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Keilir, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Grindavík.
Does it cost anything to visit Keilir?
We have not verified a fee for Keilir. 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 Keilir?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Sky Lagoon, about 111 minutes' drive from Keilir. It is a premium venue on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Breiðholt & Pool (113 min), World Class Laugar & Pool (114 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 111 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 113 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 114 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 116 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 120 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 120 min driveIncluded on any 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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