Canyon · South Iceland
Brúarhlöð
Quick facts
- Brúarhlöð is 114 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 45 min by car.
- The nearest town to Brúarhlöð is Hella.
- Brúarhlöð is a canyon in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Hella |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 114 km by road, about 1 h 45 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.2603° N, 20.2231° 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 Brúarhlöð?
Brúarhlöð is a canyon in South Iceland.
Where is Brúarhlöð?
Brúarhlöð is at 64.2603° N, 20.2231° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Hella. The nearest other sight on our map is Faxi, a waterfall about 6.7 km away in a straight line.
How far is Brúarhlöð from Reykjavík?
Brúarhlöð is 114 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 45 min by car.
How do I get to Brúarhlöð?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Brúarhlöð, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hella.
Does it cost anything to visit Brúarhlöð?
We have not verified a fee for Brúarhlöð. 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 Brúarhlöð?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Selfoss & Pool, about 57 minutes' drive from Brúarhlöð. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (95 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (98 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 57 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 95 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 98 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 98 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 102 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 104 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 109 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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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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