Canyon · The Highlands
Hrunagil
Canyon in Iceland
Quick facts
- Hrunagil is 158 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 30 min by car. The nearest road is about 4 km away.
- The nearest town to Hrunagil is Vík.
- Hrunagil is a canyon in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Nearest town | Vík |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 158 km by road, about 2 h 30 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 63.6597° N, 19.4118° 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.
The nearest road is about 4 km away.
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 Hrunagil?
Hrunagil is a canyon in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Hrunagil?
Hrunagil is at 63.6597° N, 19.4118° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Vík. The nearest other sight on our map is Útigönguhöfði, a mountain about 2.4 km away in a straight line.
How far is Hrunagil from Reykjavík?
Hrunagil is 158 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 30 min by car. The nearest road is about 4 km away.
How do I get to Hrunagil?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hrunagil, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Vík.
Does it cost anything to visit Hrunagil?
We have not verified a fee for Hrunagil. 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 Hrunagil?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 64 minutes' drive from Hrunagil. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (96 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 64 min driveIncluded on any 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.
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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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