Lake · West Iceland
Holtavörðuvatn
lake in Iceland
Before you go
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.
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Quick facts
- Holtavörðuvatn is 147 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 17 min by car.
- The nearest town to Holtavörðuvatn is Hvammstangi.
- Holtavörðuvatn is a lake in West Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Hvammstangi |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 147 km by road, about 2 h 17 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.9936° N, 21.0831° 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.
Questions people ask
What is Holtavörðuvatn?
Holtavörðuvatn is a lake in West Iceland.
Where is Holtavörðuvatn?
Holtavörðuvatn is at 64.9936° N, 21.0831° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Hvammstangi. The nearest other sight on our map is Tröllakirkja, a mountain about 5.1 km away in a straight line.
How far is Holtavörðuvatn from Reykjavík?
Holtavörðuvatn is 147 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 17 min by car.
How do I get to Holtavörðuvatn?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Holtavörðuvatn, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hvammstangi.
Does it cost anything to visit Holtavörðuvatn?
We have not verified a fee for Holtavörðuvatn. 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 Holtavörðuvatn?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 82 minutes' drive from Holtavörðuvatn. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (104 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (111 min).
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- World Class Akranes & Pool82 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool104 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool111 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool112 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool116 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon118 min driveper visit with LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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