Lake · The Highlands
Hnausapollur
lake in Iceland
Quick facts
- Hnausapollur is 179 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 57 min by car.
- The nearest town to Hnausapollur is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
- Hnausapollur is a lake in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Nearest town | Kirkjubæjarklaustur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 179 km by road, about 2 h 57 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 64.0521° N, 19.0322° 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 Hnausapollur?
Hnausapollur is a lake in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Hnausapollur?
Hnausapollur is at 64.0521° N, 19.0322° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur. The nearest other sight on our map is Tjörfafell, a mountain about 986 m away in a straight line.
How far is Hnausapollur from Reykjavík?
Hnausapollur is 179 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 57 min by car.
How do I get to Hnausapollur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hnausapollur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Does it cost anything to visit Hnausapollur?
We have not verified a fee for Hnausapollur. 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 Hnausapollur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 105 minutes' drive from Hnausapollur. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door.
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 105 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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