Cave · West Iceland
Víðgelmir
Lava tube in Iceland
Quick facts
- Víðgelmir is 121 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 3 min by car.
- The nearest town to Víðgelmir is Borgarnes.
- Víðgelmir is a cave in West Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 121 km by road, about 2 h 3 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.7484° N, 20.7966° 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 Víðgelmir?
Víðgelmir is a cave in West Iceland.
Where is Víðgelmir?
Víðgelmir is at 64.7484° N, 20.7966° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Íshellir, a cave about 4.7 km away in a straight line.
How far is Víðgelmir from Reykjavík?
Víðgelmir is 121 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 3 min by car.
How do I get to Víðgelmir?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Víðgelmir, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
Does it cost anything to visit Víðgelmir?
We have not verified a fee for Víðgelmir. 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 Víðgelmir?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 98 minutes' drive from Víðgelmir. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (109 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (116 min).
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Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 98 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 109 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 116 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 118 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 120 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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