Lighthouse · South Iceland
Knarrarós Lighthouse
Knarrarósviti
lighthouse in Iceland
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
- Knarrarós Lighthouse is 70 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 8 min by car.
- Knarrarós Lighthouse is 22 metres tall.
- The nearest town to Knarrarós Lighthouse is Selfoss.
- Knarrarós Lighthouse is a lighthouse in South Iceland.
The facts
| Height | 22 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Selfoss |
| From Reykjavík | 70 km by road, about 1 h 8 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 63.8234° N, 20.9756° 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.
Questions people ask
What is Knarrarós Lighthouse?
Knarrarós Lighthouse is a lighthouse in South Iceland.
Where is Knarrarós Lighthouse?
Knarrarós Lighthouse is at 63.8234° N, 20.9756° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Selfoss. The nearest other sight on our map is Flói Nature Reserve, a nature reserve about 13 km away in a straight line.
How far is Knarrarós Lighthouse from Reykjavík?
Knarrarós Lighthouse is 70 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 8 min by car.
How do I get to Knarrarós Lighthouse?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Knarrarós Lighthouse, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Selfoss.
How tall is Knarrarós Lighthouse?
Knarrarós Lighthouse is 22 metres tall.
Does it cost anything to visit Knarrarós Lighthouse?
We have not verified a fee for Knarrarós Lighthouse. 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 Knarrarós Lighthouse?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Selfoss & Pool, about 23 minutes' drive from Knarrarós Lighthouse. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Hella & Pool (46 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (55 min).
Soak here afterwards
- World Class Selfoss & Pool23 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Hella & Pool46 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool55 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool58 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool60 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- World Class Laugar & Pool62 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon65 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool70 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
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