Lake · The Highlands
Ljótipollur
crater lake in Iceland
Quick facts
- Ljótipollur is 177 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 48 min by car. The nearest road is about 2 km away.
- Ljótipollur lies 722 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Ljótipollur is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
- Ljótipollur is a lake in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Elevation | 722 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Kirkjubæjarklaustur |
| From Reykjavík | 177 km by road, about 2 h 48 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 64.0353° N, 18.9982° 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 2 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 Ljótipollur?
Ljótipollur is a lake in the Icelandic Highlands. It lies 722 metres above sea level.
Where is Ljótipollur?
Ljótipollur is at 64.0353° N, 18.9982° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur. The nearest other sight on our map is Tjörfafell, a mountain about 1.7 km away in a straight line.
How far is Ljótipollur from Reykjavík?
Ljótipollur is 177 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 48 min by car. The nearest road is about 2 km away.
How do I get to Ljótipollur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Ljótipollur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Does it cost anything to visit Ljótipollur?
We have not verified a fee for Ljótipollur. 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 Ljótipollur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 95 minutes' drive from Ljótipollur. 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.
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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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