Volcano · Reykjanes
Litli-Hrútur
mountain in Iceland
Quick facts
- Litli-Hrútur is 40 km from Reykjavík by road, about 43 min by car. The nearest road is about 4.7 km away.
- Litli-Hrútur rises to 312 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Litli-Hrútur is Grindavík.
- Litli-Hrútur is a volcano in Reykjanes, Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 312 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Grindavík |
| From Reykjavík | 40 km by road, about 43 min |
| Region | Reykjanes |
| Coordinates | 63.9161° N, 22.2122° 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 4.7 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 Litli-Hrútur?
Litli-Hrútur is a volcano in Reykjanes, Iceland. It rises to 312 metres above sea level.
Where is Litli-Hrútur?
Litli-Hrútur is at 63.9161° N, 22.2122° W, in Reykjanes, Iceland. The nearest town is Grindavík. The nearest other sight on our map is Fagradalsfjall, a volcano about 3.2 km away in a straight line.
How far is Litli-Hrútur from Reykjavík?
Litli-Hrútur is 40 km from Reykjavík by road, about 43 min by car. The nearest road is about 4.7 km away.
How do I get to Litli-Hrútur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Litli-Hrútur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Grindavík.
Does it cost anything to visit Litli-Hrútur?
We have not verified a fee for Litli-Hrútur. 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 Litli-Hrútur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Sky Lagoon, about 37 minutes' drive from Litli-Hrútur. It is a premium venue on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Breiðholt & Pool (40 min), World Class Laugar & Pool (40 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 37 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 40 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 40 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 43 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 46 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 47 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 72 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 78 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 104 min drive
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)
- Wikipedia (CC-BY-SA-4.0)
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