Lake · North Iceland
Vestmannsvatn
lake in northern 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.
Warm up after: pools & lagoons with a visitor pass
Passes from ISK 7,900. Lagoons cost extra per visit.
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The best sights in each region, and where to soak afterwards.
Quick facts
- Vestmannsvatn is 442 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 34 min by car.
- Vestmannsvatn lies 26 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Vestmannsvatn is Húsavík.
- Vestmannsvatn is a lake in North Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 26 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Húsavík |
| From Reykjavík | 442 km by road, about 6 h 34 min |
| Region | North Iceland |
| Coordinates | 65.7937° N, 17.4137° 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 Vestmannsvatn?
Vestmannsvatn is a lake in North Iceland. It lies 26 metres above sea level.
Where is Vestmannsvatn?
Vestmannsvatn is at 65.7937° N, 17.4137° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Húsavík. The nearest other sight on our map is Barnafoss, a waterfall about 7.1 km away in a straight line.
How far is Vestmannsvatn from Reykjavík?
Vestmannsvatn is 442 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 34 min by car.
How do I get to Vestmannsvatn?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Vestmannsvatn, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Húsavík.
Does it cost anything to visit Vestmannsvatn?
We have not verified a fee for Vestmannsvatn. 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 Vestmannsvatn?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Forest Lagoon, about 52 minutes' drive from Vestmannsvatn. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,500 per visit on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool (62 min).
Soak here afterwards
- Forest Lagoon52 min driveISK 4,500 per visit with LifePass
On the way back
- World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool62 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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