Mountain · Reykjanes
Stóri-Hrútur
mountain in Iceland
Quick facts
- Stóri-Hrútur is 57 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 3 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.8 km away.
- Stóri-Hrútur rises to 357 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Stóri-Hrútur is Grindavík.
- Stóri-Hrútur is a mountain in Reykjanes, Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 357 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Grindavík |
| From Reykjavík | 57 km by road, about 1 h 3 min |
| Region | Reykjanes |
| Coordinates | 63.8833° N, 22.2497° 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 2.8 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 Stóri-Hrútur?
Stóri-Hrútur is a mountain in Reykjanes, Iceland. It rises to 357 metres above sea level.
Where is Stóri-Hrútur?
Stóri-Hrútur is at 63.8833° N, 22.2497° W, in Reykjanes, Iceland. The nearest town is Grindavík. The nearest other sight on our map is Fagradalsfjall, a volcano about 2.6 km away in a straight line.
How far is Stóri-Hrútur from Reykjavík?
Stóri-Hrútur is 57 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 3 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.8 km away.
How do I get to Stóri-Hrútur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Stóri-Hrútur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Grindavík.
Does it cost anything to visit Stóri-Hrútur?
We have not verified a fee for Stóri-Hrútur. 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 Stóri-Hrútur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Sky Lagoon, about 58 minutes' drive from Stóri-Hrútur. It is a premium venue on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Breiðholt & Pool (60 min), World Class Laugar & Pool (61 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 58 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 60 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 61 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 63 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 67 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 67 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 75 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 98 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 107 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)
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