Lake · South Iceland
Lambavatn
lake in Rangárþing ytra, Iceland
Quick facts
- Lambavatn is 304 km from Reykjavík by road, about 5 h by car.
- The nearest town to Lambavatn is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
- Lambavatn is a lake in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Kirkjubæjarklaustur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 304 km by road, about 5 h |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.0669° N, 18.3020° 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 Lambavatn?
Lambavatn is a lake in South Iceland.
Where is Lambavatn?
Lambavatn is at 64.0669° N, 18.3020° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur. The nearest other sight on our map is Laki circle, a hike about 2.8 km away in a straight line.
How far is Lambavatn from Reykjavík?
Lambavatn is 304 km from Reykjavík by road, about 5 h by car.
How do I get to Lambavatn?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Lambavatn, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Does it cost anything to visit Lambavatn?
We have not verified a fee for Lambavatn. 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
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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