Volcano · The Highlands
Trölladyngja
volcano in Iceland
Quick facts
- Trölladyngja is 308 km from Reykjavík by road, about 4 h 43 min by car. The nearest road is about 11 km away.
- Trölladyngja rises to 1,468 metres above sea level.
- Trölladyngja is a volcano in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Elevation | 1,468 m |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 308 km by road, about 4 h 43 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 64.8944° N, 17.2498° 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 11 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 Trölladyngja?
Trölladyngja is a volcano in the Icelandic Highlands. It rises to 1,468 metres above sea level.
Where is Trölladyngja?
Trölladyngja is at 64.8944° N, 17.2498° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest other sight on our map is Urðarháls, a volcano about 8.7 km away in a straight line.
How far is Trölladyngja from Reykjavík?
Trölladyngja is 308 km from Reykjavík by road, about 4 h 43 min by car. The nearest road is about 11 km away.
How do I get to Trölladyngja?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Trölladyngja, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Trölladyngja?
We have not verified a fee for Trölladyngja. 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
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
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