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Langjökull

Highlands, IcelandSummerTours available

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Langjökull is an ice cap in the Highlands.

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Map of Langjökull

Langjökull is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.6919°N, 20.1968°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Off the main road: 24.2 km from Route 35
Nearest town: Bláskógabyggð — 47.2 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 103 km in a straight line
What else is close: 13 mapped places within 20 km

Langjökull weather and conditions

At Langjökull in Highlands, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 23:45 (Iceland time): -4°C (feels like -8°C), partly cloudy, wind 2 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 45 m (sunrise 05:58, sunset 20:44). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 31 August 2026, 23:45· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

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

VW Caravelle

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

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

Tours near Langjökull

Free cancellation

Small groups

Sightseeing

(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

Duration6 hours 30 minutes

HighlightsNorth Iceland

(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

Duration6 hours

HighlightsNorth Iceland

A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

Photos & videos

Langjökull — photo by Polarlys · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.5

Photo: Polarlys · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.5

Iceland Tours: Into the Glacier at Langjökull — Langjökull — video poster — Iceland Tours: Into the Glacier at LangjökullIceland with a View

Inside Langjökull Glacier | Epic Ice Tunnel Experience — Langjökull — video poster — Inside Langjökull Glacier | Epic Ice Tunnel ExperienceArctic Adventures Iceland

Snowmobiling In Iceland - With Mountaineers Of Iceland! - Langjökull Glacier! — Langjökull — video poster — Snowmobiling In Iceland - With Mountaineers Of Iceland! - Langjökull Glacier!Two Tall Travellers

Langjökull Glacier in Iceland — Langjökull — video poster — Langjökull Glacier in IcelandViator

Thrilling Snowmobiling Adventure Tour on Langjökull Glacier in Iceland. Bucket list experience — Langjökull — video poster — Thrilling Snowmobiling Adventure Tour on Langjökull Glacier in Iceland. Bucket list experienceThe Luxe Voyager

Ice caves of Langjökull Glacier in Iceland (2019) — Langjökull — video poster — Ice caves of Langjökull Glacier in Iceland (2019)The Reykjavík Grapevine

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Frequently
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Can I walk on Langjökull without a guide?

No. Crevasses on Langjökull are often hidden under fresh snow and can be lethal — every glacier walk needs crampons, ropes and a certified guide. Book through a licensed tour operator, never freelance it.

How do I get to Langjökull?

Langjökull is located in Highlands. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland access often needs a 4×4 and some routes only open in summer.

When is the best time to visit Langjökull?

Langjökull is most accessible in summer, when access roads are clear of snow. Check live road conditions before you drive.

Is Langjökull shrinking?

Most Icelandic glaciers have retreated measurably over the past few decades. Exact edges and access points shift year to year — treat any online map, including this one, as approximate.

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Nýifoss

24 km·~29 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands.

#2.Háaleitisfoss

24 km·~29 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#3.Bröttuhlíðarfoss

25 km·~30 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#4.Lambárfoss

27 km·~32 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Selgil

30 km·~36 min drive

Natural hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Borgarbyggð

32 km·~38 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Mýrarhver

36 km·~43 min drive

Natural hot spring

#4.Eyvindarhver

36 km·~43 min drive

Natural hot spring

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Hvítárnes

23 km·~27 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#2.Árbúðir

25 km·~30 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#3.Fljótstunga

31 km·~38 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#4.Húsafell

32 km·~38 min drive

The camping site at Husafell is a top site with lots of features. Close to the site you…

4 campsites near Highlands

F-Roads

#1.F347 Kerlingafjallavegur

21 km·~26 min drive

Kerlingafjallavegur

1 f-roads near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúðin

59 km·~71 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð

63 km·~75 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

83 km·~100 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Hyrnan

83 km·~100 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Húsafell

32 km·~38 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Geysir

43 km·~51 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Reykholt

52 km·~62 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Brautarhóll

59 km·~70 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

Tours

#1.(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

6 hours 30 minutes

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

from 25.300 ISKView tour →

#2.(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

6 hours

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

from 25.900 ISKView tour →

#3.A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

8 hours

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

from 159.000 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Highlands

Data & sources

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

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Polarlys · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.5
USGS Professional Paper 1746Glacier facts · Public domain
VegagerðinVisitor access & practical facts
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community