Mountain · West Iceland
Grettisbæli
Quick facts
- Grettisbæli is 109 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 14 min by car.
- Grettisbæli rises to 426 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Grettisbæli is Borgarnes.
- Grettisbæli is a mountain in West Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 426 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
| From Reykjavík | 109 km by road, about 2 h 14 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.7735° N, 22.1368° 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.
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 Grettisbæli?
Grettisbæli is a mountain in West Iceland. It rises to 426 metres above sea level.
Where is Grettisbæli?
Grettisbæli is at 64.7735° N, 22.1368° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Fagraskógarfjall, a mountain about 2.5 km away in a straight line.
How far is Grettisbæli from Reykjavík?
Grettisbæli is 109 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 14 min by car.
How do I get to Grettisbæli?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Grettisbæli, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
Does it cost anything to visit Grettisbæli?
We have not verified a fee for Grettisbæli. 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 Grettisbæli?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 97 minutes' drive from Grettisbæli. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door.
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 97 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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