Lake · South Iceland
Hestvatn
lake in Iceland
Quick facts
- Hestvatn is 86 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 31 min by car.
- The nearest town to Hestvatn is Selfoss.
- Hestvatn is a lake in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Selfoss |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 86 km by road, about 1 h 31 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.0225° N, 20.7053° 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 Hestvatn?
Hestvatn is a lake in South Iceland.
Where is Hestvatn?
Hestvatn is at 64.0225° N, 20.7053° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Selfoss. The nearest other sight on our map is Hestfjall, a mountain about 3.9 km away in a straight line.
How far is Hestvatn from Reykjavík?
Hestvatn is 86 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 31 min by car.
How do I get to Hestvatn?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hestvatn, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Selfoss.
Does it cost anything to visit Hestvatn?
We have not verified a fee for Hestvatn. 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 Hestvatn?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Selfoss & Pool, about 44 minutes' drive from Hestvatn. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Hella & Pool (75 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (82 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 44 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 75 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 82 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 85 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 87 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 88 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 91 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 96 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.
- Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)
- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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