Mountain · West Iceland
Baula
mountain of Iceland
Before you go
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.
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Quick facts
- Baula is 118 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 49 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.4 km away.
- Baula rises to 934 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Baula is Borgarnes.
- Baula is a mountain in West Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 934 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
| From Reykjavík | 118 km by road, about 1 h 49 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.8477° N, 21.4385° 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 2.4 km away.
Questions people ask
What is Baula?
Baula is a mountain in West Iceland. It rises to 934 metres above sea level.
Where is Baula?
Baula is at 64.8477° N, 21.4385° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Hólmavatn, a lake about 7.6 km away in a straight line.
How far is Baula from Reykjavík?
Baula is 118 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 49 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.4 km away.
How do I get to Baula?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Baula, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
Does it cost anything to visit Baula?
We have not verified a fee for Baula. 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 Baula?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 65 minutes' drive from Baula. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (87 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (94 min).
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- World Class Akranes & Pool65 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool87 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool94 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool95 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool98 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon101 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool106 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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