Viewpoint · South Iceland
Reynisdrangar
basalt sea stacks situated under the mountain Reynisfjall, southern Iceland
Quick facts
- Reynisdrangar is 190 km from Reykjavík by road, about 3 h 24 min by car.
- The nearest town to Reynisdrangar is Vík.
- Reynisdrangar is a viewpoint in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Vík |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 190 km by road, about 3 h 24 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 63.3995° N, 19.0319° 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 Reynisdrangar?
Reynisdrangar is a viewpoint in South Iceland.
Where is Reynisdrangar?
Reynisdrangar is at 63.3995° N, 19.0319° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Vík. The nearest other sight on our map is Hálsanefshellir cave, a cave about 541 m away in a straight line.
How far is Reynisdrangar from Reykjavík?
Reynisdrangar is 190 km from Reykjavík by road, about 3 h 24 min by car.
How do I get to Reynisdrangar?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Reynisdrangar, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Vík.
Does it cost anything to visit Reynisdrangar?
We have not verified a fee for Reynisdrangar. 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 Reynisdrangar?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 118 minutes' drive from Reynisdrangar. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door.
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 118 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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