Mountain · The Highlands
Hattfell
mountain in Iceland
Quick facts
- Hattfell is 162 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 41 min by car.
- Hattfell rises to 910 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Hattfell is Hvolsvöllur.
- Hattfell is a mountain in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Elevation | 910 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Hvolsvöllur |
| From Reykjavík | 162 km by road, about 2 h 41 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 63.7920° N, 19.3548° 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 Hattfell?
Hattfell is a mountain in the Icelandic Highlands. It rises to 910 metres above sea level.
Where is Hattfell?
Hattfell is at 63.7920° N, 19.3548° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur. The nearest other sight on our map is Markarfljótsgljúfur, a canyon about 4.2 km away in a straight line.
How far is Hattfell from Reykjavík?
Hattfell is 162 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 41 min by car.
How do I get to Hattfell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hattfell, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur.
Does it cost anything to visit Hattfell?
We have not verified a fee for Hattfell. 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 Hattfell?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 75 minutes' drive from Hattfell. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (107 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 75 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 107 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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