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Burfellsgjá

Reykjavík Area4.7 kmEasyGPS track

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64.0384°N, 21.8436°W · Reykjavík Area

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Getting there
Road 408 (Heiðmerkurvegur)
Off the main road
5.7 km from Route 42
Nearest town
Hafnarfjörður — 6 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
13 km in a straight line
What else is close
1,082 mapped places within 20 km

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Day Hike to Helgafell: Lava Caves and Elvesfrom 15.396 ISK · 5 hLava Tour - Horseback Riding through the Lava Fieldsfrom 16.900 ISK · 2 hWaterproof Phonecasefrom 2.990 ISKHorses and Wafflesfrom 16.900 ISK · 1 hE-MOUNTAIN BIKE TOUR FOR BEGINNERS IN REYKJAVIKfrom 29.000 ISK · 2 hVolcanic Landscape – Riding Tourfrom 21.510 ISK · 2 h 10 minThe Golden Circle, (optional) Blue Lagoon & Kerið Volcanic Crater | Small Group Day Tourfrom 17.900 ISK · 11 hViking Horses Sleipnir Evening Tourfrom 29.900 ISK · 1 h 45 minBeer & brewery tour at Gæðingur breweryfrom 5.900 ISK · 1 h
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ToursIn season nowBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 minGolden Circle and Laugarás Lagoon Lerki Admissionfrom 23.039 ISK · 9 h 30 minSpirit of the Aurora (28 person max vehicle)from 14.990 ISK · 5 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Burfellsgjá weather and conditions

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5°Cmostly clear · feels 1°C4 m/sgusts 89 h 52 mdaylight · 08:17 – 18:09
In season now · Winter in IcelandBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 min
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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
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

Burfellsgjá — photo by lemkelemke / WikilocPhoto: lemkelemke / Wikiloc / wikiloc.com
Burfellsgjá — photo by lemkelemkePhoto: lemkelemke / wikiloc.com
Inside One of Iceland’s Biggest Lava Caves | Búrfellsgjá AdventureDaily Outgoing
Burfellsgjá — photo by lemkelemkePhoto: lemkelemke / wikiloc.com
Burfellsgjá — photo by lemkelemkePhoto: lemkelemke / wikiloc.com
A walk in Búrfellsgjá in Icelandeirikus
Burfellsgjá — photo by lemkelemkePhoto: lemkelemke / wikiloc.com
Burfellsgjá — photo by lemkelemkePhoto: lemkelemke / wikiloc.com
BúrfellsgjáÍvar Gunnarsson
Burfellsgjá — photo by lemkelemkePhoto: lemkelemke / wikiloc.com
Burfellsgjá — photo by lemkelemkePhoto: lemkelemke / wikiloc.com
Iceland - Búrfellsgjá. Relaxing and inspiring drone footage.Iceland Photography
Burfellsgjá — photo by lemkelemkePhoto: lemkelemke / wikiloc.com
Burfellsgjá — photo by lemkelemkePhoto: lemkelemke / wikiloc.com
BúrfellsgjáJón Adólf Steinólfsson
Búrfellsgjá hike #icelandKonni55

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Búrfellsgjá1 km
  2. 2Valahnúkar and Búrfellsgjá1 km
  3. 3Helgafjordur2 km
  4. 4Heiðmörk - langa brekkan x52 km
  5. 5Hafnarfjörður - Kópavogur2 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Litli-Foss7 km
  2. 2Breiðholtsfoss8 km
  3. 3Selásfoss8 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Geothermal hot spring near Kópavogsbær6 km
  2. 2Natural hot pot near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður7 km
  3. 3Geothermal hot spring near Garðabær7 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Kauptún5 km · 267.7 kr/L
  2. 2Búðarkór5 km · 279.8 kr/L
  3. 3Lækjargata6 km · 310.9 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Bónus5 km
  2. 2Krónan5 km
  3. 3Krambúð5 km
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Tours

  1. A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!from 159.000 ISK · 8 hours
  2. A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengersfrom 195.000 ISK · 8 hours
  3. Adventure in Landmannalaugar and Hot Springs - Reykjavík and Hellafrom 26.900 ISK · 13 hours
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Frequently
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questions

How long is the Burfellsgjá hike?
The Burfellsgjá trail is about 4.7 km based on its recorded GPS track. Times vary with pace, weather and how much you stop — plan conservatively and turn back early if conditions change.
How do I get to the Burfellsgjá trailhead?
Burfellsgjá is in Reykjavík Area. Use the map on this page for the trailhead coordinates and check live road conditions before you drive — some trailheads sit on gravel or F-roads that need a 4×4 and only open in summer.
Is Burfellsgjá safe to hike alone?
Burfellsgjá sits 6 km from Hafnarfjörður, and 5.7 km from Route 42. The uploader rated it easy and it climbs about 110 m. Iceland trails are often unmarked and weather turns quickly. Tell someone your plan (or file one at safetravel.is), carry a charged phone and layers, check the forecast, and turn back if fog, wind or rising rivers set in. Don’t rely on phone signal.
When is the best time to hike Burfellsgjá?
Most Icelandic hiking is a June–September activity, when trails are snow-free and daylight is long. Highland routes open later and close earlier; check road and trail status before committing.

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All hikes301 hikes in Reykjavík Area, 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