Mountain · North Iceland

Leirhnjúkur

mountain in Iceland

Leirhnjúkur, Iceland
Photo: Hansueli Krapf · CC BY-SA 3.0

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

  • Leirhnjúkur is 479 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 6 min by car.
  • Leirhnjúkur rises to 592 metres above sea level.
  • The nearest town to Leirhnjúkur is Mývatn.
  • Leirhnjúkur is a mountain in North Iceland.
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The facts

Leirhnjúkur: The facts
Elevation592 m
Nearest townMývatn
From Reykjavík479 km by road, about 7 h 6 min
RegionNorth Iceland
Coordinates65.7198° N, 16.7891° W

Getting there

Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

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 Leirhnjúkur?

Leirhnjúkur is a mountain in North Iceland. It rises to 592 metres above sea level.

Where is Leirhnjúkur?

Leirhnjúkur is at 65.7198° N, 16.7891° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Mývatn. The nearest other sight on our map is Krafla, a volcano about 1.5 km away in a straight line.

How far is Leirhnjúkur from Reykjavík?

Leirhnjúkur is 479 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 6 min by car.

How do I get to Leirhnjúkur?

The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Leirhnjúkur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Mývatn.

Does it cost anything to visit Leirhnjúkur?

We have not verified a fee for Leirhnjúkur. 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 Leirhnjúkur?

The nearest place to get in warm water is Forest Lagoon, about 85 minutes' drive from Leirhnjúkur. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,500 per visit on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool (94 min).

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Sources

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