Volcano · Capital Region
Þríhnúkagígur
Volcano in Iceland
Quick facts
- Þríhnúkagígur is 34 km from Reykjavík by road, about 34 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.7 km away.
- The nearest town to Þríhnúkagígur is Hafnarfjörður.
- Þríhnúkagígur is a volcano in the Capital Region of Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Hafnarfjörður |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 34 km by road, about 34 min |
| Region | Capital Region |
| Coordinates | 63.9983° N, 21.6989° 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 2.7 km away.
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 Þríhnúkagígur?
Þríhnúkagígur is a volcano in the Capital Region of Iceland.
Where is Þríhnúkagígur?
Þríhnúkagígur is at 63.9983° N, 21.6989° W, in the Capital Region of Iceland. The nearest town is Hafnarfjörður. The nearest other sight on our map is Þríhnúkahellir, a cave about 10 m away in a straight line.
How far is Þríhnúkagígur from Reykjavík?
Þríhnúkagígur is 34 km from Reykjavík by road, about 34 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.7 km away.
How do I get to Þríhnúkagígur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Þríhnúkagígur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hafnarfjörður.
Does it cost anything to visit Þríhnúkagígur?
We have not verified a fee for Þríhnúkagígur. 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 Þríhnúkagígur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Árbær & Pool, about 24 minutes' drive from Þríhnúkagígur. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Breiðholt & Pool (27 min), World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (29 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 24 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
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- 33 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 38 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
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On the way back
- 61 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 75 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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