Volcano · South Iceland
Skjaldbreiður
volcano in Iceland
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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The best sights in each region, and where to soak afterwards.
Quick facts
- Skjaldbreiður is 86 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 28 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.7 km away.
- Skjaldbreiður rises to 1,060 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Skjaldbreiður is Hveragerði.
- Skjaldbreiður is a volcano in South Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 1,060 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Hveragerði |
| From Reykjavík | 86 km by road, about 1 h 28 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.4100° N, 20.7622° 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 2.7 km away.
Questions people ask
What is Skjaldbreiður?
Skjaldbreiður is a volcano in South Iceland. It rises to 1,060 metres above sea level.
Where is Skjaldbreiður?
Skjaldbreiður is at 64.4100° N, 20.7622° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Hveragerði. The nearest other sight on our map is Stóra-Björnsfell, a mountain about 9.8 km away in a straight line.
How far is Skjaldbreiður from Reykjavík?
Skjaldbreiður is 86 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 28 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.7 km away.
How do I get to Skjaldbreiður?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Skjaldbreiður, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hveragerði.
Does it cost anything to visit Skjaldbreiður?
We have not verified a fee for Skjaldbreiður. 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 Skjaldbreiður?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool, about 82 minutes' drive from Skjaldbreiður. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (89 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (90 min).
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool82 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool89 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool90 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool93 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon96 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool101 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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