Mountain · Capital Region
Skálafell
mountain in Iceland
Quick facts
- Skálafell is 36 km from Reykjavík by road, about 42 min by car.
- Skálafell rises to 771 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Skálafell is Reykjavík.
- Skálafell is a mountain in the Capital Region of Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 771 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Reykjavík |
| From Reykjavík | 36 km by road, about 42 min |
| Region | Capital Region |
| Coordinates | 64.2400° N, 21.4596° 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 Skálafell?
Skálafell is a mountain in the Capital Region of Iceland. It rises to 771 metres above sea level.
Where is Skálafell?
Skálafell is at 64.2400° N, 21.4596° W, in the Capital Region of Iceland. The nearest town is Reykjavík. The nearest other sight on our map is Móskarðshnjúkar, a mountain about 3.1 km away in a straight line.
How far is Skálafell from Reykjavík?
Skálafell is 36 km from Reykjavík by road, about 42 min by car.
How do I get to Skálafell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Skálafell, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Reykjavík.
Does it cost anything to visit Skálafell?
We have not verified a fee for Skálafell. 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 Skálafell?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool, about 27 minutes' drive from Skálafell. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (34 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (36 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 27 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
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- 41 min driveper visit with LifePass
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On the way back
- 68 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 99 min drive
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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