Volcano · The Highlands
Torfajökull
volcano in Iceland
Quick facts
- Torfajökull is 177 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 50 min by car. The nearest road is about 8.9 km away.
- Torfajökull rises to 1,190 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Torfajökull is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
- Torfajökull is a volcano in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Elevation | 1,190 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Kirkjubæjarklaustur |
| From Reykjavík | 177 km by road, about 2 h 50 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 63.8942° N, 19.0103° 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 8.9 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 Torfajökull?
Torfajökull is a volcano in the Icelandic Highlands. It rises to 1,190 metres above sea level.
Where is Torfajökull?
Torfajökull is at 63.8942° N, 19.0103° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur. The nearest other sight on our map is Kaldaklofsfjöll, a mountain about 5.9 km away in a straight line.
How far is Torfajökull from Reykjavík?
Torfajökull is 177 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 50 min by car. The nearest road is about 8.9 km away.
How do I get to Torfajökull?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Torfajökull, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Does it cost anything to visit Torfajökull?
We have not verified a fee for Torfajökull. 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 Torfajökull?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 84 minutes' drive from Torfajökull. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (116 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 84 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 116 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)
- Wikipedia (CC-BY-SA-4.0)
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