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Þórisjökull

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Þórisjökull

West Iceland, IcelandSummerTours available

About

Þórisjökull is an ice cap in the Langjökull Group, West Iceland.

Þórisjökull is an ice cap in west-central Iceland, consisting of two parts, a large eastern one and a very small western one. It's part of the Langjökull Group.

Ice caves are winter-only experiences. In summer, they collapse. Book ahead in peak season.

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Map of Þórisjökull

Þórisjökull is in West Iceland at 64.5419°N, 20.7156°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Off the main road: 17 km from Route 52
Nearest town: Reykholt — 31.1 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 74 km in a straight line
What else is close: 78 mapped places within 20 km

Þórisjökull weather and conditions

At Þórisjökull in West Iceland, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 16:15 (Iceland time): 1°C (feels like -3°C), clear, wind 3 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 51 m (sunrise 05:58, sunset 20:49). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 31 August 2026, 16:15· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

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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 Þórisjökull

Free cancellation

Small groups

Hiking

Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

Duration6 hours 30 minutes

HighlightsWest Iceland

From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsWest Iceland

Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal

Join a small group shore excursion from Grundarfjordur Port and explore the landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula often call

Duration5 hours

HighlightsWest Iceland

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25.340 ISK

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Photos & videos

Þórisjökull — photo by Chris 73 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

Photo: Chris 73 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

Helicopter tour in Iceland - Þórisjökull Glacier and the melted Glacier Called "Ok" — Þórisjökull — video poster — Helicopter tour in Iceland - Þórisjökull Glacier and the melted Glacier Called "Ok"Just Icelandic

Mid winter MTB trip Iceland Skjaldbreiður and Þórisjökull glacier — Þórisjökull — video poster — Mid winter MTB trip Iceland Skjaldbreiður and Þórisjökull glacierÞröstur Höskuldsson

Flying in Iceland 2017, part 1 - Reykjavik, Thörisjökull glacier, Langjökull glacier — Þórisjökull — video poster — Flying in Iceland 2017, part 1 - Reykjavik, Thörisjökull glacier, Langjökull glacierFlying Revue International

Þórisjökull — Þórisjökull — video poster — ÞórisjökullKristján Már Arnarson

Þórisjökull 1 — Þórisjökull — video poster — Þórisjökull 1Óskar

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Can I walk on Þórisjökull without a guide?

No. Crevasses on Þórisjökull 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 Þórisjökull?

Þórisjökull is located in West Iceland. 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 Þórisjökull?

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

Is Þórisjökull 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.Skútafoss

15 km·~18 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#2.Leirárfoss

16 km·~19 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#3.Lambárfoss

17 km·~20 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

#4.Ósfossar

19 km·~22 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Selgil

17 km·~21 min drive

Natural hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Borgarbyggð

19 km·~23 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Krosslaug

24 km·~29 min drive

Krosslaug is a small 42°C natural hot spring in West Iceland, used mostly by locals…

#4.Natural hot pot near Borgarbyggð

29 km·~35 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Húsafell

19 km·~23 min drive

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

#2.Reyðarfellsskógur

20 km·~24 min drive

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

#3.Fljótstunga

24 km·~29 min drive

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

#4.Tjaldsvæði Úthlíð

32 km·~39 min drive

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

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúðin

36 km·~43 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð

49 km·~59 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

57 km·~68 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Ljómalind

57 km·~69 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Húsafell

19 km·~23 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Reykholt

30 km·~36 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Geysir

32 km·~39 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Laugarvatn

36 km·~43 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

Tours

#1.Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain

6 hours 30 minutes

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

from 18.101 ISKView tour →

#2.From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour

8 hours

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

from 269.900 ISKView tour →

#3.Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal

5 hours

Join a small group shore excursion from Grundarfjordur Port and explore the landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula often call

from 25.340 ISKView tour →

3 tours near West Iceland

Data & sources

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

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Chris 73 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
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