Glacier · South Iceland
Heljargnípujökull
glacier in Iceland
Quick facts
- Heljargnípujökull is 382 km from Reykjavík by road, about 5 h 37 min by car. The nearest road is about 4 km away.
- Heljargnípujökull is a glacier in South Iceland.
The facts
| From Reykjavík | 382 km by road, about 5 h 37 min |
|---|---|
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.0830° N, 16.4210° 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 4 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 Heljargnípujökull?
Heljargnípujökull is a glacier in South Iceland.
Where is Heljargnípujökull?
Heljargnípujökull is at 64.0830° N, 16.4210° W, in South Iceland. The nearest other sight on our map is Mávabyggðajökull, a glacier about 2.1 km away in a straight line.
How far is Heljargnípujökull from Reykjavík?
Heljargnípujökull is 382 km from Reykjavík by road, about 5 h 37 min by car. The nearest road is about 4 km away.
How do I get to Heljargnípujökull?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Heljargnípujökull, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Heljargnípujökull?
We have not verified a fee for Heljargnípujökull. 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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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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