Glacier · West Iceland
Þórisjökull
glacier 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
- Þórisjökull is 94 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 51 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.7 km away.
- Þórisjökull rises to 1,350 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Þórisjökull is Borgarnes.
- Þórisjökull is a glacier in West Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 1,350 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
| From Reykjavík | 94 km by road, about 1 h 51 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.5438° N, 20.7101° 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 3.7 km away.
Questions people ask
What is Þórisjökull?
Þórisjökull is a glacier in West Iceland. It rises to 1,350 metres above sea level.
Where is Þórisjökull?
Þórisjökull is at 64.5438° N, 20.7101° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Stóra-Björnsfell, a mountain about 5.3 km away in a straight line.
How far is Þórisjökull from Reykjavík?
Þórisjökull is 94 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 51 min by car. The nearest road is about 3.7 km away.
How do I get to Þórisjökull?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Þórisjökull, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
Does it cost anything to visit Þórisjökull?
We have not verified a fee for Þórisjökull. 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 Þórisjökull?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool, about 95 minutes' drive from Þórisjökull. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (101 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (103 min).
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool95 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool101 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool103 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool106 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon109 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool113 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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