Canyon · The Highlands
Markarfljótsgljúfur
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
- Markarfljótsgljúfur is 155 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 33 min by car.
- The nearest town to Markarfljótsgljúfur is Hvolsvöllur.
- Markarfljótsgljúfur is a canyon in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Nearest town | Hvolsvöllur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 155 km by road, about 2 h 33 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 63.7609° N, 19.4042° 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 Markarfljótsgljúfur?
Markarfljótsgljúfur is a canyon in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Markarfljótsgljúfur?
Markarfljótsgljúfur is at 63.7609° N, 19.4042° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur. The nearest other sight on our map is Hattfell, a mountain about 4.2 km away in a straight line.
How far is Markarfljótsgljúfur from Reykjavík?
Markarfljótsgljúfur is 155 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 33 min by car.
How do I get to Markarfljótsgljúfur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Markarfljótsgljúfur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur.
Does it cost anything to visit Markarfljótsgljúfur?
We have not verified a fee for Markarfljótsgljúfur. 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 Markarfljótsgljúfur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 92 minutes' drive from Markarfljótsgljúfur. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door.
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- World Class Hella & Pool92 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
HattfellMountain · 4.2 kmCC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo: Michal Klajban
EinhyrningurMountain · 4.2 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: XI-TSE at Dutch Wikipedia
ThórsmörkMountain · 7.8 kmCC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo: Andreas TilleMerkurjökullGlacier · 8.3 km
TindfjöllMountain · 9 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Martin Barth- TindfjallajökullVolcano · 9.4 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Martin Barth
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
- Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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