Lake · Capital Region
Elliðavatn
lake
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
- Elliðavatn is 13 km from Reykjavík by road, about 20 min by car.
- The nearest town to Elliðavatn is Kópavogur.
- Elliðavatn is a lake in the Capital Region of Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Kópavogur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 13 km by road, about 20 min |
| Region | Capital Region |
| Coordinates | 64.0860° N, 21.7846° 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 Elliðavatn?
Elliðavatn is a lake in the Capital Region of Iceland.
Where is Elliðavatn?
Elliðavatn is at 64.0860° N, 21.7846° W, in the Capital Region of Iceland. The nearest town is Kópavogur. The nearest other sight on our map is Vatnahringur, a hike about 2.2 km away in a straight line.
How far is Elliðavatn from Reykjavík?
Elliðavatn is 13 km from Reykjavík by road, about 20 min by car.
How do I get to Elliðavatn?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Elliðavatn, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kópavogur.
Does it cost anything to visit Elliðavatn?
We have not verified a fee for Elliðavatn. 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 Elliðavatn?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Breiðholt & Pool, about 12 minutes' drive from Elliðavatn. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (15 min), World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (19 min).
Soak here afterwards
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool12 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool15 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool19 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon20 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool22 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool29 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Akranes & Pool49 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Selfoss & Pool50 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- World Class Hella & Pool79 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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