Cave · Capital Region
Maríuhellar
cave in Iceland
Quick facts
- Maríuhellar is 13 km from Reykjavík by road, about 18 min by car.
- The nearest town to Maríuhellar is Hafnarfjörður.
- Maríuhellar is a cave in the Capital Region of Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Hafnarfjörður |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 13 km by road, about 18 min |
| Region | Capital Region |
| Coordinates | 64.0717° N, 21.8924° 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 Maríuhellar?
Maríuhellar is a cave in the Capital Region of Iceland.
Where is Maríuhellar?
Maríuhellar is at 64.0717° N, 21.8924° W, in the Capital Region of Iceland. The nearest town is Hafnarfjörður. The nearest other sight on our map is Vífilsstaðavatn, a lake about 1.3 km away in a straight line.
How far is Maríuhellar from Reykjavík?
Maríuhellar is 13 km from Reykjavík by road, about 18 min by car.
How do I get to Maríuhellar?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Maríuhellar, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hafnarfjörður.
Does it cost anything to visit Maríuhellar?
We have not verified a fee for Maríuhellar. 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 Maríuhellar?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Breiðholt & Pool, about 12 minutes' drive from Maríuhellar. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: Sky Lagoon (12 min), World Class Laugar & Pool (15 min).
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Soak here afterwards
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On the way back
- 87 min drive
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
- Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)
- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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