Lighthouse · South Iceland

Dyrhólaey lighthouse

Dyrhólaviti

lighthouse in Iceland

Dyrhólaey lighthouse, Iceland
Photo: Milan Nykodym from Kutna Hora, Czech Republic · CC BY-SA 2.0

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

  • Dyrhólaey lighthouse is 181 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 47 min by car.
  • Dyrhólaey lighthouse is 13 metres tall.
  • The nearest town to Dyrhólaey lighthouse is Vík.
  • Dyrhólaey lighthouse is a lighthouse in South Iceland.
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The facts

Dyrhólaey lighthouse: The facts
Height13 m
Nearest townVík
From Reykjavík181 km by road, about 2 h 47 min
RegionSouth Iceland
Coordinates63.4023° N, 19.1303° W

Getting there

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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 Dyrhólaey lighthouse?

Dyrhólaey lighthouse is a lighthouse in South Iceland.

Where is Dyrhólaey lighthouse?

Dyrhólaey lighthouse is at 63.4023° N, 19.1303° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Vík. The nearest other sight on our map is Dyrhólaey, a viewpoint about 701 m away in a straight line.

How far is Dyrhólaey lighthouse from Reykjavík?

Dyrhólaey lighthouse is 181 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 47 min by car.

How do I get to Dyrhólaey lighthouse?

The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Dyrhólaey lighthouse, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Vík.

How tall is Dyrhólaey lighthouse?

Dyrhólaey lighthouse is 13 metres tall.

Does it cost anything to visit Dyrhólaey lighthouse?

We have not verified a fee for Dyrhólaey lighthouse. 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 Dyrhólaey lighthouse?

The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 72 minutes' drive from Dyrhólaey lighthouse. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (102 min).

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Sources

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