Lake · Capital Region
Reynisvatn
lake in Iceland
Quick facts
- Reynisvatn is 13 km from Reykjavík by road, about 17 min by car.
- The nearest town to Reynisvatn is Kópavogur.
- Reynisvatn is a lake in the Capital Region of Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Kópavogur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 13 km by road, about 17 min |
| Region | Capital Region |
| Coordinates | 64.1240° N, 21.7322° 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 Reynisvatn?
Reynisvatn is a lake in the Capital Region of Iceland.
Where is Reynisvatn?
Reynisvatn is at 64.1240° N, 21.7322° W, in the Capital Region of Iceland. The nearest town is Kópavogur. The nearest other sight on our map is Langavatn, a lake about 2.5 km away in a straight line.
How far is Reynisvatn from Reykjavík?
Reynisvatn is 13 km from Reykjavík by road, about 17 min by car.
How do I get to Reynisvatn?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Reynisvatn, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kópavogur.
Does it cost anything to visit Reynisvatn?
We have not verified a fee for Reynisvatn. 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 Reynisvatn?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool, about 9 minutes' drive from Reynisvatn. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (9 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (11 min).
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On the way back
- 79 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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