Lake · West Iceland
Hlíðarvatn
lagoon in Suðurland
Quick facts
- Hlíðarvatn is 129 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 7 min by car.
- The nearest town to Hlíðarvatn is Stykkishólmur.
- Hlíðarvatn is a lake in West Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Stykkishólmur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 129 km by road, about 2 h 7 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.8967° N, 22.1648° 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 Hlíðarvatn?
Hlíðarvatn is a lake in West Iceland.
Where is Hlíðarvatn?
Hlíðarvatn is at 64.8967° N, 22.1648° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Stykkishólmur. The nearest other sight on our map is Oddastaðavatn, a lake about 3.5 km away in a straight line.
How far is Hlíðarvatn from Reykjavík?
Hlíðarvatn is 129 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 7 min by car.
How do I get to Hlíðarvatn?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hlíðarvatn, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Stykkishólmur.
Does it cost anything to visit Hlíðarvatn?
We have not verified a fee for Hlíðarvatn. 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 Hlíðarvatn?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 89 minutes' drive from Hlíðarvatn. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (113 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 89 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 113 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 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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