Cave · The Highlands
Landmannahellir
cave in Iceland
Quick facts
- Landmannahellir is 169 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 47 min by car.
- The nearest town to Landmannahellir is Hvolsvöllur.
- Landmannahellir is a cave in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Nearest town | Hvolsvöllur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 169 km by road, about 2 h 47 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 64.0545° N, 19.2149° 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 Landmannahellir?
Landmannahellir is a cave in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Landmannahellir?
Landmannahellir is at 64.0545° N, 19.2149° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur. The nearest other sight on our map is Löðmundur, a hike about 1.3 km away in a straight line.
How far is Landmannahellir from Reykjavík?
Landmannahellir is 169 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 47 min by car.
How do I get to Landmannahellir?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Landmannahellir, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur.
Is there a trail to Landmannahellir?
Yes. A walking route on our map leads there: Hellismannaleið (54 km, about 10 h 45 min).
Does it cost anything to visit Landmannahellir?
We have not verified a fee for Landmannahellir. 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 Landmannahellir?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 95 minutes' drive from Landmannahellir. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (114 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 95 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 114 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.
© OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License.
