Mountain · Reykjanes
Stapafell
mountain in Reykjanes, Iceland
Quick facts
- Stapafell is 47 km from Reykjavík by road, about 58 min by car.
- The nearest town to Stapafell is Grindavík.
- Stapafell is a mountain in Reykjanes, Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Grindavík |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 47 km by road, about 58 min |
| Region | Reykjanes |
| Coordinates | 63.9083° N, 22.5242° 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 Stapafell?
Stapafell is a mountain in Reykjanes, Iceland.
Where is Stapafell?
Stapafell is at 63.9083° N, 22.5242° W, in Reykjanes, Iceland. The nearest town is Grindavík. The nearest other sight on our map is Súlur, a mountain about 1 km away in a straight line.
How far is Stapafell from Reykjavík?
Stapafell is 47 km from Reykjavík by road, about 58 min by car.
How do I get to Stapafell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Stapafell, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Grindavík.
Does it cost anything to visit Stapafell?
We have not verified a fee for Stapafell. 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 Stapafell?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Sky Lagoon, about 52 minutes' drive from Stapafell. It is a premium venue on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (57 min), World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool (61 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
- 52 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 57 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 61 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 92 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 97 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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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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