Beach · West Iceland
Langisandur
Quick facts
- Langisandur is 48 km from Reykjavík by road, about 50 min by car.
- The nearest town to Langisandur is Akranes.
- Langisandur is a beach in West Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Akranes |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 48 km by road, about 50 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.3160° N, 22.0564° 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 Langisandur?
Langisandur is a beach in West Iceland.
Where is Langisandur?
Langisandur is at 64.3160° N, 22.0564° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Akranes. The nearest other sight on our map is Akranesviti, a lighthouse about 2 km away in a straight line.
How far is Langisandur from Reykjavík?
Langisandur is 48 km from Reykjavík by road, about 50 min by car.
How do I get to Langisandur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Langisandur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Akranes.
Does it cost anything to visit Langisandur?
We have not verified a fee for Langisandur. 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 Langisandur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool, about 36 minutes' drive from Langisandur. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (42 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (44 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 36 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 42 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 44 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 46 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 49 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 54 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 83 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 114 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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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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