Mountain · The Highlands
Bláfell
mountain
Quick facts
- Bláfell is 141 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 17 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.2 km away.
- Bláfell rises to 1,204 metres above sea level.
- Bláfell is a mountain in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Elevation | 1,204 m |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 141 km by road, about 2 h 17 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 64.4899° N, 19.8599° 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 3.2 km away.
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 Bláfell?
Bláfell is a mountain in the Icelandic Highlands. It rises to 1,204 metres above sea level.
Where is Bláfell?
Bláfell is at 64.4899° N, 19.8599° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest other sight on our map is Fremri-Skriðjökull, a glacier about 12 km away in a straight line.
How far is Bláfell from Reykjavík?
Bláfell is 141 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 17 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.2 km away.
How do I get to Bláfell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Bláfell, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Bláfell?
We have not verified a fee for Bláfell. 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
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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