Volcano · The Highlands
Maelifell
Mælifell
mountain in Rangárþing ytra, Suðurland, Iceland
Quick facts
- Maelifell is 184 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 57 min by car.
- Maelifell rises to 791 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Maelifell is Vík.
- Maelifell is a volcano in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Elevation | 791 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Vík |
| From Reykjavík | 184 km by road, about 2 h 57 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 63.7997° N, 18.9383° 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 Maelifell?
Maelifell is a volcano in the Icelandic Highlands. It rises to 791 metres above sea level.
Where is Maelifell?
Maelifell is at 63.7997° N, 18.9383° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Vík. The nearest other sight on our map is Torfajökull, a volcano about 11 km away in a straight line.
How far is Maelifell from Reykjavík?
Maelifell is 184 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 57 min by car.
How do I get to Maelifell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Maelifell, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Vík.
Does it cost anything to visit Maelifell?
We have not verified a fee for Maelifell. 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 Maelifell?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 91 minutes' drive from Maelifell. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door.
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 91 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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- Wikipedia (CC-BY-SA-4.0)
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