Mountain · North Iceland
Súlur
mountain 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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Quick facts
- Súlur is 401 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 15 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.6 km away.
- Súlur rises to 1,213 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Súlur is Akureyri.
- Súlur is a mountain in North Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 1,213 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Akureyri |
| From Reykjavík | 401 km by road, about 6 h 15 min |
| Region | North Iceland |
| Coordinates | 65.6098° N, 18.1940° 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 3.6 km away.
Questions people ask
What is Súlur?
Súlur is a mountain in North Iceland. It rises to 1,213 metres above sea level.
Where is Súlur?
Súlur is at 65.6098° N, 18.1940° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Akureyri. The nearest other sight on our map is Glérá, a hike about 4.9 km away in a straight line.
How far is Súlur from Reykjavík?
Súlur is 401 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 15 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.6 km away.
How do I get to Súlur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Súlur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Akureyri.
Is there a trail to Súlur?
Yes. A walking route on our map leads there: Súlur trail (5.2 km one way, about 5 h 55 min there and back).
Does it cost anything to visit Súlur?
We have not verified a fee for Súlur. 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 Súlur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool, about 15 minutes' drive from Súlur. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: Forest Lagoon (18 min).
Soak here afterwards
- World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool15 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Forest Lagoon18 min driveISK 4,500 per visit with LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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