Lighthouse · East Iceland

Æðarstein lighthouse

lighthouse in Iceland

Æðarstein lighthouse, Iceland
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Quick facts

  • Æðarstein lighthouse is 542 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 51 min by car.
  • The nearest town to Æðarstein lighthouse is Djúpivogur.
  • Æðarstein lighthouse is a lighthouse in East Iceland.
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The facts

Æðarstein lighthouse: The facts
Nearest townDjúpivogur
From Reykjavík542 km by road, about 7 h 51 min
RegionEast Iceland
Coordinates64.6688° N, 14.3026° W

Getting there

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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.

Questions people ask

What is Æðarstein lighthouse?

Æðarstein lighthouse is a lighthouse in East Iceland.

Where is Æðarstein lighthouse?

Æðarstein lighthouse is at 64.6688° N, 14.3026° W, in East Iceland. The nearest town is Djúpivogur. The nearest other sight on our map is Búlandstindur, a mountain about 6.2 km away in a straight line.

How far is Æðarstein lighthouse from Reykjavík?

Æðarstein lighthouse is 542 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 51 min by car.

How do I get to Æðarstein lighthouse?

The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Æðarstein lighthouse, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Djúpivogur.

Does it cost anything to visit Æðarstein lighthouse?

We have not verified a fee for Æðarstein lighthouse. 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 Æðarstein lighthouse?

The nearest place to get in warm water is Vök Baths, about 94 minutes' drive from Æðarstein lighthouse. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,800 per visit on a LifePass.

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On the way back

  • Vök Baths94 min driveISK 4,800 per visit with LifePass
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Straight-line distance, not driving distance.

Sources

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