Lake · North Iceland
Víkingavatn
body of water
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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The best sights in each region, and where to soak afterwards.
Quick facts
- Víkingavatn is 500 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 25 min by car.
- The nearest town to Víkingavatn is Húsavík.
- Víkingavatn is a lake in North Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Húsavík |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 500 km by road, about 7 h 25 min |
| Region | North Iceland |
| Coordinates | 66.1053° N, 16.8387° 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 Víkingavatn?
Víkingavatn is a lake in North Iceland.
Where is Víkingavatn?
Víkingavatn is at 66.1053° N, 16.8387° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Húsavík. The nearest other sight on our map is Ásbyrgi trail, a hike about 18 km away in a straight line.
How far is Víkingavatn from Reykjavík?
Víkingavatn is 500 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 25 min by car.
How do I get to Víkingavatn?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Víkingavatn, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Húsavík.
Does it cost anything to visit Víkingavatn?
We have not verified a fee for Víkingavatn. 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 Víkingavatn?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Forest Lagoon, about 96 minutes' drive from Víkingavatn. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,500 per visit on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool (105 min).
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- Forest Lagoon96 min driveISK 4,500 per visit with LifePass
- World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool105 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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