Nature reserve · South Iceland
Lónsöræfi
protected area
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
- Lónsöræfi is 492 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 36 min by car. The nearest road is about 6 km away.
- The nearest town to Lónsöræfi is Höfn.
- Lónsöræfi is a nature reserve in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Höfn |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 492 km by road, about 7 h 36 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.5944° N, 15.1956° 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 6 km away.
Questions people ask
What is Lónsöræfi?
Lónsöræfi is a nature reserve in South Iceland.
Where is Lónsöræfi?
Lónsöræfi is at 64.5944° N, 15.1956° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Höfn. The nearest other sight on our map is Öxarfellsjökull, a glacier about 2.6 km away in a straight line.
How far is Lónsöræfi from Reykjavík?
Lónsöræfi is 492 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 36 min by car. The nearest road is about 6 km away.
How do I get to Lónsöræfi?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Lónsöræfi, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Höfn.
Does it cost anything to visit Lónsöræfi?
We have not verified a fee for Lónsöræfi. 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
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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