Volcano · South Iceland
Grímsvötn
volcano in Iceland
Quick facts
- Grímsvötn is 250 km from Reykjavík by road, about 5 h 12 min by car. The nearest road is about 44 km away.
- Grímsvötn rises to 1,725 metres above sea level.
- Grímsvötn is a volcano in South Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 1,725 m |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 250 km by road, about 5 h 12 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.4200° N, 17.3300° 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 44 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 Grímsvötn?
Grímsvötn is a volcano in South Iceland. It rises to 1,725 metres above sea level.
Where is Grímsvötn?
Grímsvötn is at 64.4200° N, 17.3300° W, in South Iceland. The nearest other sight on our map is Tungnafellsjökull, a volcano about 11 km away in a straight line.
How far is Grímsvötn from Reykjavík?
Grímsvötn is 250 km from Reykjavík by road, about 5 h 12 min by car. The nearest road is about 44 km away.
How do I get to Grímsvötn?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Grímsvötn, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Grímsvötn?
We have not verified a fee for Grímsvötn. 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.
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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