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Nýey

West Iceland, IcelandBoat / ferry access

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IslandWest Iceland

Nýey

West Iceland, IcelandBoat / ferry access

About

Nýey, Nýeyjar, Nyø (Danish), was a small, uninhabited island that formed in 1783 due to an underwater eruption in the Mid-Atlantic Ridge southwest of Reykjanes, Iceland.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Map of Nýey

Nýey is in West Iceland at 63.5836°N, 23.5001°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Nearest town: Hafnir — 55.4 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 99 km in a straight line
What else is close: 2 mapped places within 20 km

Nýey weather and conditions

At Nýey in West Iceland, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 16:15 (Iceland time): 11°C (feels like 7°C), clear, wind 6 m/s gusting to 9 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 44 m (sunrise 06:13, sunset 20:57). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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West Reykjavík South Coast North East Westfjords Reykjanes Highlands

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

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 Nýey

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

Nýey — photo by Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Photo: Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

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How do I get to Nýey?

Nýey is in West Iceland. Most Icelandic islands are reached only by boat — a scheduled ferry where one exists, otherwise a private or chartered vessel. Crossings depend on the weather and are cancelled in rough seas, so check the marine forecast and never assume you can leave on schedule.

Can I visit Nýey?

It depends on access and protection status. Some Icelandic islands are open by ferry or summer boat tour; many are uninhabited seabird colonies where landing is restricted during the nesting season. Where visits are allowed, go with a licensed operator and keep your distance from nesting birds.

When is the best time to visit Nýey?

Summer (June to August) is when ferries and boat tours run their full schedules, seas are calmer and seabird colonies are active. Many operators do not run in winter, so plan an island visit for the warmer months and book ahead in peak season.

Is Nýey inhabited?

Most of Iceland's islands are uninhabited, with no facilities, shelter or scheduled transport — Heimaey in the Westman Islands is the notable exception. Treat any small island as a place with no services: bring supplies, tell someone your plan and allow flexibility for the weather.

Nearby

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Waterfalls

#1.Búrfoss

101 km·~121 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Ullarfoss

101 km·~121 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Sjávarfoss

101 km·~121 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#4.Skáfossar

101 km·~121 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Gunnuhver

48 km·~58 min drive

Iceland's largest mud spring — boiling mud pools and fumaroles on the Reykjanes…

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Grindavík

60 km·~72 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Sandgerði

64 km·~76 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Njarðvík

65 km·~78 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæðið í Grindavík

60 km·~73 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check for…

#2.Grindavík

60 km·~73 min drive

The Grindavik camping site features all the necessary comforts and services

#3.Airport camping - Sandgerði

64 km·~77 min drive

Sandgerði Campsite is located 8 min away for Keflavík International Airport and has all…

#4.Tjaldsvæði Sandgerðis

64 km·~77 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Wild…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Nettó

60 km·~72 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus

64 km·~77 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Kjörbúðin

64 km·~77 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Olís

64 km·~77 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Grindavík

60 km·~72 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Vallarheiði

62 km·~75 min drive

N1 · 301.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Arnarvellir

63 km·~75 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Sandgerði

64 km·~76 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 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 · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
OpenStreetMapVisitor 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