Lake · North Iceland

Víti Krafla

Víti

lake in Iceland

Víti Krafla, Iceland
Photo: Christian Wirth, de:Wirthi · CC BY-SA 2.5

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

  • Víti Krafla is 480 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 7 min by car.
  • The nearest town to Víti Krafla is Mývatn.
  • Víti Krafla is a lake in North Iceland.
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The facts

Víti Krafla: The facts
Nearest townMývatn
From Reykjavík480 km by road, about 7 h 7 min
RegionNorth Iceland
Coordinates65.7171° N, 16.7538° W

Getting there

Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

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 Víti Krafla?

Víti Krafla is a lake in North Iceland.

Where is Víti Krafla?

Víti Krafla is at 65.7171° N, 16.7538° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Mývatn. The nearest other sight on our map is Leirhnjúkur, a mountain about 1.6 km away in a straight line.

How far is Víti Krafla from Reykjavík?

Víti Krafla is 480 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 7 min by car.

How do I get to Víti Krafla?

The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Víti Krafla, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Mývatn.

Does it cost anything to visit Víti Krafla?

We have not verified a fee for Víti Krafla. 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 Víti Krafla?

The nearest place to get in warm water is Forest Lagoon, about 85 minutes' drive from Víti Krafla. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,500 per visit on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool (95 min).

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Sources

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