Mountain · West Iceland
Þyrill
mountain
Quick facts
- Þyrill is 70 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 5 min by car.
- Þyrill rises to 388 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Þyrill is Borgarnes.
- Þyrill is a mountain in West Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 388 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
| From Reykjavík | 70 km by road, about 1 h 5 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.3975° N, 21.3946° 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 Þyrill?
Þyrill is a mountain in West Iceland. It rises to 388 metres above sea level.
Where is Þyrill?
Þyrill is at 64.3975° N, 21.3946° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Skorhagafoss, a waterfall about 4.4 km away in a straight line.
How far is Þyrill from Reykjavík?
Þyrill is 70 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 5 min by car.
How do I get to Þyrill?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Þyrill, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
Does it cost anything to visit Þyrill?
We have not verified a fee for Þyrill. 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 Þyrill?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 34 minutes' drive from Þyrill. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (50 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (57 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 34 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 50 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 57 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 59 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 61 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 69 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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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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