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63.9635°N, 21.9400°W · Reykjavík Area
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Getting there- Road 42 (Vigdísarvallav.-Seltún)
Off the main road- 0 km from Route 42
Nearest town- Hafnarfjörður — 6.6 km away
Distance from Reykjavík- 20 km in a straight line
What else is close- 724 mapped places within 20 km
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Kleifarvatn1 km - 2
Kleifarvatn circle2 km - 3
Hrútagjá - Fjallið eina2 km - 4
Helgafjordur7 km - 5
Gullbringa, Geithöfði og Höfði ásamt ónefndum toppum Vatnshlíðar7 km
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Geothermal hot spring near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður10 km - 2Natural hot pot near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður10 km
- 3Geothermal hot spring near Garðabær14 km
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How long is the Vatnshlidarhorn In Reverse hike?
The Vatnshlidarhorn In Reverse trail is about 6.7 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 Vatnshlidarhorn In Reverse trailhead?
Vatnshlidarhorn In Reverse 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 Vatnshlidarhorn In Reverse safe to hike alone?
Vatnshlidarhorn In Reverse sits 6.6 km from Hafnarfjörður, and 0 km from Route 42. The uploader rated it moderate and it climbs about 318 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 Vatnshlidarhorn In Reverse?
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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VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
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