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Seljafell 580m á Snæfellsnesi

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Seljafell 580m á Snæfellsnesi

West Iceland11 kmModerateGPS track

Map of Seljafell 580m á Snæfellsnesi

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64.9079°N, 22.8633°W · West Iceland

Plan your visit

Getting there
Road 56 (Vatnaleið)
Off the main road
0 km from Route 56
Nearest town
Stykkishólmur — 7.7 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
95 km in a straight line
What else is close
155 mapped places within 20 km

Seljafell 580m á Snæfellsnesi weather and conditions

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How long is the Seljafell 580m á Snæfellsnesi hike?
The Seljafell 580m á Snæfellsnesi 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 Seljafell 580m á Snæfellsnesi trailhead?
Seljafell 580m á Snæfellsnesi is in West Iceland. 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 Seljafell 580m á Snæfellsnesi safe to hike alone?
Seljafell 580m á Snæfellsnesi sits 7.7 km from Stykkishólmur, and 0 km from Route 56. The uploader rated it moderate and it climbs about 478 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 Seljafell 580m á Snæfellsnesi?
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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