Volcano · South Iceland
Hrómundartindur
mountain in Iceland
Quick facts
- Hrómundartindur is 46 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h by car.
- Hrómundartindur rises to 561 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Hrómundartindur is Hveragerði.
- Hrómundartindur is a volcano in South Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 561 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Hveragerði |
| From Reykjavík | 46 km by road, about 1 h |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.0667° N, 21.2167° 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 Hrómundartindur?
Hrómundartindur is a volcano in South Iceland. It rises to 561 metres above sea level.
Where is Hrómundartindur?
Hrómundartindur is at 64.0667° N, 21.2167° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Hveragerði. The nearest other sight on our map is Grensdalur, a volcano about 2.6 km away in a straight line.
How far is Hrómundartindur from Reykjavík?
Hrómundartindur is 46 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h by car.
How do I get to Hrómundartindur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hrómundartindur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hveragerði.
Does it cost anything to visit Hrómundartindur?
We have not verified a fee for Hrómundartindur. 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 Hrómundartindur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Selfoss & Pool, about 45 minutes' drive from Hrómundartindur. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (50 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (53 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 45 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 50 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 53 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 55 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 57 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 59 min driveper visit with LifePass
On the way back
- 64 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 76 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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