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Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel

Reykjavík Area, Iceland11 kmHardGPS trackRecorded by 40 hikers
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Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel

Reykjavík Area, Iceland11 kmHardGPS trackRecorded by 40 hikers

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Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel is in the Reykjavík Area, Iceland at 64.0240°N, 21.2043°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Getting there
Road 1 (Hellisheiði til vesturs)
Off the main road
1.5 km from Route 1
Nearest town
Hveragerðisbær — 2.7 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
38 km in a straight line
What else is close
262 mapped places within 20 km

Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel weather and conditions

At Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel in Reykjavik, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 02:45 (Iceland time): 6°C (feels like 1°C), clear, wind 5 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 40 m (sunrise 06:05, sunset 20:45). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 02:45· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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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
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5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −12%

Tours near Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel

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Duration8 hours
HighlightsReykjavík area
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A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers
Iceland tour

A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers

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A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!
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A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!

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HighlightsReykjavík area
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How long is the Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel hike?
The Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel trail is about 11 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 Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel trailhead?
Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel 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 Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel safe to hike alone?
Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel sits 2.7 km from Hveragerðisbær, and 1.5 km from Route 1. The uploader rated it hard and it climbs about 359 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 Sel Grensdalur Reykjadalur Sel?
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.

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Hveragerdi Hellisheidi Hellisheidarvirkjun< 1 km
  2. 2Hveragerdi Reykjadalur Olkelduhals Nesjavellir< 1 km
  3. 3Reykjadalur Hot Spring Thermal River< 1 km
  4. 4Hveragerdi Canyon Geothermal Area Hot River 2 Days< 1 km
  5. 5Valley Of Steam< 1 km

Waterfalls

#1.Djúpagilsfoss
1.6 km·~2 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Reykjafoss
2.6 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

Reykjafoss
#3.Helgufoss
23 km·~28 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

Helgufoss
#4.Tröllafoss
26 km·~31 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

Tröllafoss
4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Ölfus
500 m

Natural hot spring

#2.Reykjadalur Thermal River
750 m

Hot river reached by 3km hike from Hveragerði. Valley full of steam, river runs warm -…

#3.Grýla
1.2 km·~1 min drive

Geothermal spot

#4.Leirgerður
2.2 km·~3 min drive

Geothermal spot

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Hveragerði - Reykjamörk
3 km·~4 min drive

The camp site in the village Hveragerði is located close to the center of the village.…

#2.Tjaldsvæðið Í Hveragerði
3.1 km·~4 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

#3.Úlfljótsvatn
11 km·~13 min drive

The camp site at Úlfljótsvatn is run by the boy scout movement. The facilities are…

#4.Útilífsmiðstöð skáta Úlfljótsvatni
11 km·~13 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Bónus
3.2 km·~4 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó
14 km·~16 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Krónan
14 km·~17 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#4.Hagkaup Sérvara
15 km·~18 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Hveragerði
3.2 km·~4 min drive

N1 · 306.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Selfoss
13 km·~15 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#3.Eyrarbakki
18 km·~22 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Þorlákshöfn
20 km·~24 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjavík Area

Tours

#1.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 →
#2.A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers
8 hours

So often our customers ask for something different.

from 195.000 ISKView tour →
#3.A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!
11 hours

Come with us on an journey to the land of Snæfellsnes, an ancient realm steeped in legends and wonder.

from 323.999 ISKView tour →
3 tours near Reykjavík Area

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