Mountain · East Iceland
Búlandstindur
mountain
Quick facts
- Búlandstindur is 547 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 51 min by car. The nearest road is about 1.7 km away.
- Búlandstindur rises to 1,069 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Búlandstindur is Djúpivogur.
- Búlandstindur is a mountain in East Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 1,069 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Djúpivogur |
| From Reykjavík | 547 km by road, about 7 h 51 min |
| Region | East Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.6934° N, 14.4188° 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 1.7 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 Búlandstindur?
Búlandstindur is a mountain in East Iceland. It rises to 1,069 metres above sea level.
Where is Búlandstindur?
Búlandstindur is at 64.6934° N, 14.4188° W, in East Iceland. The nearest town is Djúpivogur. The nearest other sight on our map is Hvalnes, a mountain about 343 m away in a straight line.
How far is Búlandstindur from Reykjavík?
Búlandstindur is 547 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 51 min by car. The nearest road is about 1.7 km away.
How do I get to Búlandstindur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Búlandstindur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Djúpivogur.
Does it cost anything to visit Búlandstindur?
We have not verified a fee for Búlandstindur. 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 Búlandstindur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Vök Baths, about 74 minutes' drive from Búlandstindur. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,800 per visit on a LifePass.
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 74 min driveISK 4,800 per visit with LifePass
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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