Volcano · Reykjanes
Lágafell
mountain in western Reykjanes, Iceland
Quick facts
- Lágafell is 47 km from Reykjavík by road, about 58 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.1 km away.
- Lágafell rises to 91 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Lágafell is Grindavík.
- Lágafell is a volcano in Reykjanes, Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 91 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Grindavík |
| From Reykjavík | 47 km by road, about 58 min |
| Region | Reykjanes |
| Coordinates | 63.8806° N, 22.5387° 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 3.1 km away.
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 Lágafell?
Lágafell is a volcano in Reykjanes, Iceland. It rises to 91 metres above sea level.
Where is Lágafell?
Lágafell is at 63.8806° N, 22.5387° W, in Reykjanes, Iceland. The nearest town is Grindavík. The nearest other sight on our map is Súlur, a mountain about 2.3 km away in a straight line.
How far is Lágafell from Reykjavík?
Lágafell is 47 km from Reykjavík by road, about 58 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.1 km away.
How do I get to Lágafell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Lágafell, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Grindavík.
Does it cost anything to visit Lágafell?
We have not verified a fee for Lágafell. 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 Lágafell?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool, about 61 minutes' drive from Lágafell. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Akranes & Pool (93 min), World Class Selfoss & Pool (98 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 61 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 93 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 98 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.
- Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)
- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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