Lake · South Iceland
Kerið
volcanic crater lake in the Grímsnes area in south Iceland
Quick facts
- Kerið is 69 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 4 min by car.
- The nearest town to Kerið is Selfoss.
- Kerið is a lake in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Selfoss |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 69 km by road, about 1 h 4 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.0408° N, 20.8847° 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 Kerið?
Kerið is a lake in South Iceland.
Where is Kerið?
Kerið is at 64.0408° N, 20.8847° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Selfoss. The nearest other sight on our map is Grímsnes, a volcano about 512 m away in a straight line.
How far is Kerið from Reykjavík?
Kerið is 69 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 4 min by car.
How do I get to Kerið?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Kerið, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Selfoss.
Does it cost anything to visit Kerið?
We have not verified a fee for Kerið. 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 Kerið?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Selfoss & Pool, about 16 minutes' drive from Kerið. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Hella & Pool (48 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (54 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 16 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 48 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 54 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
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On the way back
- 61 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 63 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 69 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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