Volcano · South Iceland
Thordarhyrna
Þórðarhyrna
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
- Thordarhyrna is 260 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 11 min by car. The nearest road is about 31 km away.
- Thordarhyrna rises to 1,650 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Thordarhyrna is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
- Thordarhyrna is a volcano in South Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 1,650 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Kirkjubæjarklaustur |
| From Reykjavík | 260 km by road, about 7 h 11 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.2725° N, 17.5286° 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 31 km away.
Questions people ask
What is Thordarhyrna?
Thordarhyrna is a volcano in South Iceland. It rises to 1,650 metres above sea level.
Where is Thordarhyrna?
Thordarhyrna is at 64.2725° N, 17.5286° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur. The nearest other sight on our map is Grænalón, a lake about 14 km away in a straight line.
How far is Thordarhyrna from Reykjavík?
Thordarhyrna is 260 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 11 min by car. The nearest road is about 31 km away.
How do I get to Thordarhyrna?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Thordarhyrna, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Does it cost anything to visit Thordarhyrna?
We have not verified a fee for Thordarhyrna. 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.
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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