Glacier · South Iceland

Hrútárjökull

glacier in Iceland

Hrútárjökull, Iceland
Photo: Szynka · Public domain

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

  • Hrútárjökull is 368 km from Reykjavík by road, about 5 h 37 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.9 km away.
  • Hrútárjökull is a glacier in South Iceland.
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The facts

Hrútárjökull: The facts
From Reykjavík368 km by road, about 5 h 37 min
RegionSouth Iceland
Coordinates64.0065° N, 16.4956° W

Getting there

Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

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 3.9 km away.

Questions people ask

What is Hrútárjökull?

Hrútárjökull is a glacier in South Iceland.

Where is Hrútárjökull?

Hrútárjökull is at 64.0065° N, 16.4956° W, in South Iceland. The nearest other sight on our map is Múlafoss, a waterfall about 2 km away in a straight line.

How far is Hrútárjökull from Reykjavík?

Hrútárjökull is 368 km from Reykjavík by road, about 5 h 37 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.9 km away.

How do I get to Hrútárjökull?

The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hrútárjökull, not to a search for its name.

Does it cost anything to visit Hrútárjökull?

We have not verified a fee for Hrútárjökull. 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.

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Sources

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