Lake · North Iceland
Vesturhópsvatn
lake in Iceland
Quick facts
- Vesturhópsvatn is 217 km from Reykjavík by road, about 3 h 19 min by car.
- Vesturhópsvatn lies 19 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Vesturhópsvatn is Hvammstangi.
- Vesturhópsvatn is a lake in North Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 19 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Hvammstangi |
| From Reykjavík | 217 km by road, about 3 h 19 min |
| Region | North Iceland |
| Coordinates | 65.4717° N, 20.6481° 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 Vesturhópsvatn?
Vesturhópsvatn is a lake in North Iceland. It lies 19 metres above sea level.
Where is Vesturhópsvatn?
Vesturhópsvatn is at 65.4717° N, 20.6481° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Hvammstangi. The nearest other sight on our map is Borgarvirki, a mountain about 2.4 km away in a straight line.
How far is Vesturhópsvatn from Reykjavík?
Vesturhópsvatn is 217 km from Reykjavík by road, about 3 h 19 min by car.
How do I get to Vesturhópsvatn?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Vesturhópsvatn, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hvammstangi.
Does it cost anything to visit Vesturhópsvatn?
We have not verified a fee for Vesturhópsvatn. 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.
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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