Mountain · Capital Region
Úlfarsfell
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
- Úlfarsfell is 15 km from Reykjavík by road, about 17 min by car.
- Úlfarsfell rises to 296 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Úlfarsfell is Kópavogur.
- Úlfarsfell is a mountain in the Capital Region of Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 296 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Kópavogur |
| From Reykjavík | 15 km by road, about 17 min |
| Region | Capital Region |
| Coordinates | 64.1475° N, 21.7137° 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.
Questions people ask
What is Úlfarsfell?
Úlfarsfell is a mountain in the Capital Region of Iceland. It rises to 296 metres above sea level.
Where is Úlfarsfell?
Úlfarsfell is at 64.1475° N, 21.7137° W, in the Capital Region of Iceland. The nearest town is Kópavogur. The nearest other sight on our map is Úlfarsfell trail, a hike about 1.3 km away in a straight line.
How far is Úlfarsfell from Reykjavík?
Úlfarsfell is 15 km from Reykjavík by road, about 17 min by car.
How do I get to Úlfarsfell?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Úlfarsfell, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kópavogur.
Is there a trail to Úlfarsfell?
Yes. A walking route on our map leads there: Úlfarsfell trail (1.6 km one way, about 1 h 30 min there and back).
Does it cost anything to visit Úlfarsfell?
We have not verified a fee for Úlfarsfell. 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 Úlfarsfell?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool, about 4 minutes' drive from Úlfarsfell. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (11 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (12 min).
Soak here afterwards
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool4 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool11 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool12 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool16 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon18 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool23 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Akranes & Pool35 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Selfoss & Pool49 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- World Class Hella & Pool78 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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