Lake · The Highlands
Sigöldulón
reservoir
Quick facts
- Sigöldulón is 175 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 48 min by car. The nearest road is about 1.2 km away.
- Sigöldulón lies 600 metres above sea level.
- Sigöldulón is a lake in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Elevation | 600 m |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 175 km by road, about 2 h 48 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 64.1603° N, 19.0791° 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 1.2 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 Sigöldulón?
Sigöldulón is a lake in the Icelandic Highlands. It lies 600 metres above sea level.
Where is Sigöldulón?
Sigöldulón is at 64.1603° N, 19.0791° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest other sight on our map is Sigöldufoss, a waterfall about 2.7 km away in a straight line.
How far is Sigöldulón from Reykjavík?
Sigöldulón is 175 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 48 min by car. The nearest road is about 1.2 km away.
How do I get to Sigöldulón?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Sigöldulón, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Sigöldulón?
We have not verified a fee for Sigöldulón. 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 Sigöldulón?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 109 minutes' drive from Sigöldulón. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (114 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 109 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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- Wikipedia (CC-BY-SA-4.0)
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