Mountain · The Highlands
Hrútfell
mountain
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
- Hrútfell is 176 km from Reykjavík by road, about 3 h 48 min by car. The nearest road is about 7 km away.
- Hrútfell rises to 1,410 metres above sea level.
- Hrútfell is a mountain in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Elevation | 1,410 m |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 176 km by road, about 3 h 48 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 64.7437° N, 19.7315° 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 7 km away.
Questions people ask
What is Hrútfell?
Hrútfell is a mountain in the Icelandic Highlands. It rises to 1,410 metres above sea level.
Where is Hrútfell?
Hrútfell is at 64.7437° N, 19.7315° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest other sight on our map is Regnbuðajöklar, a glacier about 471 m away in a straight line.
How far is Hrútfell from Reykjavík?
Hrútfell is 176 km from Reykjavík by road, about 3 h 48 min by car. The nearest road is about 7 km away.
How do I get to Hrútfell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hrútfell, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Hrútfell?
We have not verified a fee for Hrútfell. 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.
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
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