Volcano · East Iceland
Snæfell
mountain in Iceland, Austurland
Quick facts
- Snæfell is 530 km from Reykjavík by road, about 8 h 16 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.1 km away.
- Snæfell rises to 1,833 metres above sea level.
- Snæfell is a volcano in East Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 1,833 m |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 530 km by road, about 8 h 16 min |
| Region | East Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.7972° N, 15.5755° 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 3.1 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 Snæfell?
Snæfell is a volcano in East Iceland. It rises to 1,833 metres above sea level.
Where is Snæfell?
Snæfell is at 64.7972° N, 15.5755° W, in East Iceland. The nearest other sight on our map is Grábergshnjúkar, a mountain about 5.5 km away in a straight line.
How far is Snæfell from Reykjavík?
Snæfell is 530 km from Reykjavík by road, about 8 h 16 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.1 km away.
How do I get to Snæfell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Snæfell, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Snæfell?
We have not verified a fee for Snæfell. 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 Snæfell?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Vök Baths, about 88 minutes' drive from Snæfell. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,800 per visit on a LifePass.
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 88 min driveISK 4,800 per visit with 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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