Waterfall · West Iceland
Glanni
waterfall in Iceland
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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The best sights in each region, and where to soak afterwards.
Quick facts
- Glanni is 106 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 41 min by car.
- The nearest town to Glanni is Borgarnes.
- Glanni is a waterfall in West Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 106 km by road, about 1 h 41 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.7536° N, 21.5461° 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 Glanni?
Glanni is a waterfall in West Iceland.
Where is Glanni?
Glanni is at 64.7536° N, 21.5461° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Hreðavatn, a lake about 2 km away in a straight line.
How far is Glanni from Reykjavík?
Glanni is 106 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 41 min by car.
How do I get to Glanni?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Glanni, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
Does it cost anything to visit Glanni?
We have not verified a fee for Glanni. 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 Glanni?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 57 minutes' drive from Glanni. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (79 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (86 min).
Soak here afterwards
- World Class Akranes & Pool57 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool79 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool86 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool90 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon93 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool98 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
HreðavatnLake · 2 kmCC BY 4.0 · Photo: Steinninn
LaxfossWaterfall · 2.5 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Bromr
HallarmúliMountain · 2.8 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Reykholt
GrábrókVolcano · 3.2 kmCC BY 3.0 · Photo: TheotherguydiditHólmavatnLake · 5.8 km
BaulaMountain · 12 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Hansueli Krapf This file was uploaded with Commonist.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
- Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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