Mountain · East Iceland
Sandfell
mountain in Iceland, Ódáðahraun
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
- Sandfell is 482 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 38 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.6 km away.
- Sandfell rises to 651 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Sandfell is Mývatn.
- Sandfell is a mountain in East Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 651 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Mývatn |
| From Reykjavík | 482 km by road, about 7 h 38 min |
| Region | East Iceland |
| Coordinates | 65.4086° N, 15.9558° 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.
The nearest road is about 2.6 km away.
Questions people ask
What is Sandfell?
Sandfell is a mountain in East Iceland. It rises to 651 metres above sea level.
Where is Sandfell?
Sandfell is at 65.4086° N, 15.9558° W, in East Iceland. The nearest town is Mývatn. The nearest other sight on our map is Herðubreiðarfjöll, a mountain about 24 km away in a straight line.
How far is Sandfell from Reykjavík?
Sandfell is 482 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 38 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.6 km away.
How do I get to Sandfell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Sandfell, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Mývatn.
Does it cost anything to visit Sandfell?
We have not verified a fee for Sandfell. 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 Sandfell?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Vök Baths, about 80 minutes' drive from Sandfell. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,800 per visit on a LifePass.
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- Vök Baths80 min driveISK 4,800 per visit with LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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