Mountain · North Iceland
Námaskarð
mountain pass of Iceland
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
- Námaskarð is 470 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 56 min by car.
- Námaskarð rises to 410 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Námaskarð is Mývatn.
- Námaskarð is a mountain in North Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 410 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Mývatn |
| From Reykjavík | 470 km by road, about 6 h 56 min |
| Region | North Iceland |
| Coordinates | 65.6472° N, 16.8267° 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.
Questions people ask
What is Námaskarð?
Námaskarð is a mountain in North Iceland. It rises to 410 metres above sea level.
Where is Námaskarð?
Námaskarð is at 65.6472° N, 16.8267° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Mývatn. The nearest other sight on our map is Hverarönd, a geothermal area about 1 km away in a straight line.
How far is Námaskarð from Reykjavík?
Námaskarð is 470 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 56 min by car.
How do I get to Námaskarð?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Námaskarð, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Mývatn.
Does it cost anything to visit Námaskarð?
We have not verified a fee for Námaskarð. 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 Námaskarð?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Forest Lagoon, about 74 minutes' drive from Námaskarð. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,500 per visit on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool (83 min), Vök Baths (115 min).
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- Forest Lagoon74 min driveISK 4,500 per visit with LifePass
- World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool83 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Vök Baths115 min driveISK 4,800 per visit with LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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