Cave · South Iceland
Hellnahellir
cave in Iceland
Quick facts
- Hellnahellir is 94 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 27 min by car.
- The nearest town to Hellnahellir is Hella.
- Hellnahellir is a cave in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Hella |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 94 km by road, about 1 h 27 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 63.8334° N, 20.4000° 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 Hellnahellir?
Hellnahellir is a cave in South Iceland.
Where is Hellnahellir?
Hellnahellir is at 63.8334° N, 20.4000° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Hella. The nearest other sight on our map is The Caves of Ægissíða, a cave about 650 m away in a straight line.
How far is Hellnahellir from Reykjavík?
Hellnahellir is 94 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 27 min by car.
How do I get to Hellnahellir?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hellnahellir, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hella.
Does it cost anything to visit Hellnahellir?
We have not verified a fee for Hellnahellir. 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 Hellnahellir?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 1 minutes' drive from Hellnahellir. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (33 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (81 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
- 1 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 33 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 81 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 83 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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