Cave · South Iceland
Rútshellir
Quick facts
- Rútshellir is 152 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 18 min by car.
- The nearest town to Rútshellir is Vík.
- Rútshellir is a cave in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Vík |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 152 km by road, about 2 h 18 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 63.5229° N, 19.5724° 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 Rútshellir?
Rútshellir is a cave in South Iceland.
Where is Rútshellir?
Rútshellir is at 63.5229° N, 19.5724° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Vík. The nearest other sight on our map is Skógafoss, a waterfall about 3.2 km away in a straight line.
How far is Rútshellir from Reykjavík?
Rútshellir is 152 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 18 min by car.
How do I get to Rútshellir?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Rútshellir, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Vík.
Does it cost anything to visit Rútshellir?
We have not verified a fee for Rútshellir. 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
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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