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Leirdalsheiðarvegur

North IcelandmediumMin vehicle: medium 4x44WD required

About

A valley road connecting highland terrain to the coast in North Iceland.

The landscape shifts noticeably along the drive — highland at one end, coastal views at the other.

The road connects highland and coastal terrain in one continuous drive, which is part of why its season is shorter than some other North Iceland F-roads — the coastal end adds its own weather exposure.

Small-to-medium river crossings are noted along the route. Given the shorter season on record, don't assume it's open just because it's midsummer — check current status before you commit.

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Map of Leirdalsheiðarvegur

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65.4833°N, 18.0000°W · North Iceland

Plan your visit

Off the main road
20.8 km from Route 1
Nearest town
Hrafnagil — 11.5 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
238 km in a straight line
What else is close
70 mapped places within 20 km

Tours near Leirdalsheiðarvegur

Lake Mývatn & Northern Ligths - Winter Combofrom 35.840 ISK · 3 daysGoðafoss, Forest Lagoon & Northern Lights - Winter Combofrom 35.840 ISK · 3 daysDettifoss & Goðafoss Waterfall w/packed Lunch Small Group from Akureyri Portfrom 36.000 ISK · 7 hAkureyri City Walk & Local Foodfrom 16.900 ISK · 3 hWhale Watching from Akureyrifrom 13.990 ISK · 2 h 30 minMyvatn, Waterfall, Hot Springs & Volcanoes Tour from Akureyrifrom 21.990 ISK · 6 hLake Mývatn Shore Excursion from Akureyri Port - Spanishfrom 23.000 ISK · 6 hLake Mývatn Shore Excursion from Akureyri Port - Germanfrom 23.000 ISK · 6 hGoðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port - Germanfrom 16.000 ISK · 2 h 30 min
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ToursIn season nowNorthern Lights 4x4 Tour from Akureyrifrom 34.799 ISK · 2 h 30 minLake Mývatn & Snowmobile Tour from Akureyrifrom 59.900 ISK · 9 hGoðafoss and the Forest Lagoonfrom 26.400 ISK · 4 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Is F839 open right now?

Live from Vegagerðin, the authority that opens and closes this road. Every other highland road is on the live F-road map.

1 highland road reported · 1 closed or closed in places · Vegagerðin, updated 3 min ago

F-roadStatus nowVegagerðin's wording
F839 LeirdalsheiðarvegurImpassableÓfært

F839 typically opens late June–early July and closes by September–October — always confirm on road.is before you drive.

Leirdalsheiðarvegur weather and conditions

Last updated

-2°Cfog · feels -13°C16 m/sgusts 219 h 42 mdaylight · 08:06 – 17:49
In season now · Winter in IcelandNorthern Lights 4x4 Tour from Akureyrifrom 34.799 ISK · 2 h 30 min
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Cars & campers

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Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −12%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −12%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −12%

Photos & videos

Leirdalsheiðarvegur — photo by Berserkur · Wikimedia Commons · CC0Photo: Berserkur · Wikimedia Commons · CC0
Road F839, Iceland (with Nissan Pathfinder R51)Ervin Drives Around
F839 Leirdalsheiðarvegur + river crossings, F-roads Iceland 4K (full drive)Epic Iceland
F-roads of Iceland: F839 (Leirdalsheiðarvegur) (20.09.2020)Ervin Drives Around
Road F839 IcelandŁukasz Knotek
Iceland F-Roads: F839 south to north (2021, no sound dashcam)Roadtrip Onky Monk
Island F-Roads F839 LeirdalsheiðarvegurLappland-Tour

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Dyngjufjöll26 km
  2. 2Ófeigsfjarðarvegur30 km
  3. 3Kollafjarðarheiði33 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Goðafoss30 km
  2. 2Geitafoss31 km
  3. 3Aldeyjarfoss33 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Natural hot pot near Eyjafjarðarsveit10 km
  2. 2Geothermal hot spring near Eyjafjarðarsveit11 km
  3. 3Sæberg Hot Pot17 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Akureyri Leiruvegur21 km · 310.9 kr/L
  2. 2Kjarnagata21 km · 308.7 kr/L
  3. 3Mýrarvegur22 km · 279.7 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Bónus21 km
  2. 2Fisk Kompaní21 km
  3. 3Krambúð22 km
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Tours

  1. (Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafossfrom 25.300 ISK · 6 hours 30 minutes
  2. (RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyrifrom 25.900 ISK · 6 hours
  3. Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyrifrom 166.750 ISK · 5 hours
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Frequently
asked
questions

What car do I need for F839?
At least a medium 4x4. It's rated medium difficulty for the small-to-medium river crossings along the way.
Are there river crossings on F839?
Yes, several small-to-medium crossings are noted along the route.
When is F839 open?
It's noted as opening later and closing earlier than many nearby roads. Confirm current-year dates on road.is rather than assuming a typical F-road season.
What's at the end of F839?
The road ends near the coast, after starting in highland terrain — a contrast not many F-roads offer in one drive.
Can I drive F839 in a 2WD car?
No. It's an F-road, closed to 2WD vehicles by law and unsupported by rental insurance.

Data & sources

Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

Spotted an error, or have something to add? Help us keep this page accurate.

All f-roads4 F-roads in North Iceland, mapped with photos, distances and live conditions
Iceland nowfrom 19 Sep 06:10
8°C · overcastWind 2 m/sRing Road (R1) openAurora Kp 2.67Daylight 07:02 – 19:39Webcams