Mountain · West Iceland
Hvalfell
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
- Hvalfell is 71 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 8 min by car. The nearest road is about 4.1 km away.
- Hvalfell rises to 852 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Hvalfell is Borgarnes.
- Hvalfell is a mountain in West Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 852 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
| From Reykjavík | 71 km by road, about 1 h 8 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.3858° N, 21.2092° 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 4.1 km away.
Questions people ask
What is Hvalfell?
Hvalfell is a mountain in West Iceland. It rises to 852 metres above sea level.
Where is Hvalfell?
Hvalfell is at 64.3858° N, 21.2092° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Glymur, a waterfall about 1.9 km away in a straight line.
How far is Hvalfell from Reykjavík?
Hvalfell is 71 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 8 min by car. The nearest road is about 4.1 km away.
How do I get to Hvalfell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hvalfell, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
Does it cost anything to visit Hvalfell?
We have not verified a fee for Hvalfell. 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 Hvalfell?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 45 minutes' drive from Hvalfell. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (57 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (64 min).
Soak here afterwards
- World Class Akranes & Pool45 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool57 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- World Class Árbær & Pool64 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool65 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool68 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon71 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool76 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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