Mountain · South Iceland
Bjólfell
mountain in 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
- Bjólfell is 130 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 59 min by car.
- Bjólfell rises to 443 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Bjólfell is Hella.
- Bjólfell is a mountain in South Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 443 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Hella |
| From Reykjavík | 130 km by road, about 1 h 59 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 63.9748° N, 19.9271° 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.
Questions people ask
What is Bjólfell?
Bjólfell is a mountain in South Iceland. It rises to 443 metres above sea level.
Where is Bjólfell?
Bjólfell is at 63.9748° N, 19.9271° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Hella. The nearest other sight on our map is Hellismannaleið, a hike about 8 km away in a straight line.
How far is Bjólfell from Reykjavík?
Bjólfell is 130 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 59 min by car.
How do I get to Bjólfell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Bjólfell, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hella.
Does it cost anything to visit Bjólfell?
We have not verified a fee for Bjólfell. 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 Bjólfell?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 40 minutes' drive from Bjólfell. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (69 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (109 min).
Soak here afterwards
- World Class Hella & Pool40 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- World Class Selfoss & Pool69 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool109 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool111 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool113 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool116 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon118 min driveper visit with LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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