Nature reserve · The Highlands
Fjallabak natural reserve
Fjallabak
natural reserve in Iceland
Quick facts
- Fjallabak natural reserve is 183 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 58 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.7 km away.
- The nearest town to Fjallabak natural reserve is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
- Fjallabak natural reserve is a nature reserve in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Nearest town | Kirkjubæjarklaustur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 183 km by road, about 2 h 58 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 63.9833° N, 19.1333° 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 3.7 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 Fjallabak natural reserve?
Fjallabak natural reserve is a nature reserve in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Fjallabak natural reserve?
Fjallabak natural reserve is at 63.9833° N, 19.1333° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur. The nearest other sight on our map is Brennisteinsalda, a volcano about 670 m away in a straight line.
How far is Fjallabak natural reserve from Reykjavík?
Fjallabak natural reserve is 183 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 58 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.7 km away.
How do I get to Fjallabak natural reserve?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Fjallabak natural reserve, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Does it cost anything to visit Fjallabak natural reserve?
We have not verified a fee for Fjallabak natural reserve. 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 Fjallabak natural reserve?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 106 minutes' drive from Fjallabak natural reserve. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door.
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 106 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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