Mountain · West Iceland

Fagraskógarfjall

mountain

Fagraskógarfjall, Iceland
Photo: Axel Kristinsson from Reykjavík, Iceland · CC BY 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

  • Fagraskógarfjall is 111 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 24 min by car. The nearest road is about 2 km away.
  • Fagraskógarfjall rises to 640 metres above sea level.
  • The nearest town to Fagraskógarfjall is Borgarnes.
  • Fagraskógarfjall is a mountain in West Iceland.

The facts

Fagraskógarfjall: The facts
Elevation640 m
Nearest townBorgarnes
From Reykjavík111 km by road, about 2 h 24 min
RegionWest Iceland
Coordinates64.7962° N, 22.1382° 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 2 km away.

Questions people ask

What is Fagraskógarfjall?

Fagraskógarfjall is a mountain in West Iceland. It rises to 640 metres above sea level.

Where is Fagraskógarfjall?

Fagraskógarfjall is at 64.7962° N, 22.1382° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Grettisbæli, a mountain about 2.5 km away in a straight line.

How far is Fagraskógarfjall from Reykjavík?

Fagraskógarfjall is 111 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 24 min by car. The nearest road is about 2 km away.

How do I get to Fagraskógarfjall?

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

Does it cost anything to visit Fagraskógarfjall?

We have not verified a fee for Fagraskógarfjall. 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 Fagraskógarfjall?

The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 73 minutes' drive from Fagraskógarfjall. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (95 min), World Class Laugar & Pool (107 min).

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Sources

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