Mountain · The Highlands
Valahnúkur
mountain in Iceland
Quick facts
- Valahnúkur is 155 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 26 min by car.
- Valahnúkur rises to 458 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Valahnúkur is Hvolsvöllur.
- Valahnúkur is a mountain in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Elevation | 458 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Hvolsvöllur |
| From Reykjavík | 155 km by road, about 2 h 26 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 63.6828° N, 19.5297° 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.
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 Valahnúkur?
Valahnúkur is a mountain in the Icelandic Highlands. It rises to 458 metres above sea level.
Where is Valahnúkur?
Valahnúkur is at 63.6828° N, 19.5297° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur. The nearest other sight on our map is Valahnúkur hike, a hike about 869 m away in a straight line.
How far is Valahnúkur from Reykjavík?
Valahnúkur is 155 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 26 min by car.
How do I get to Valahnúkur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Valahnúkur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur.
Is there a trail to Valahnúkur?
Yes. A walking route on our map leads there: Valahnúkur hike (2.3 km, about 30 min).
Does it cost anything to visit Valahnúkur?
We have not verified a fee for Valahnúkur. 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 Valahnúkur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 60 minutes' drive from Valahnúkur. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (92 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
- 60 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 92 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
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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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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