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West Iceland, IcelandBoat / ferry access

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IslandWest Iceland

Ölvessker

West Iceland, IcelandBoat / ferry access

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Ölvessker is in West Iceland at 65.1000°N, 22.3333°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Off the main road: 5.5 km from Route 54
Nearest town: Stykkishólmsbær — 21.2 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 108 km in a straight line
What else is close: 84 mapped places within 20 km

Ölvessker weather and conditions

At Ölvessker in West Iceland, conditions as of 30 August 2026, 19:45 (Iceland time): 11°C, overcast, wind 2 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 49 m (sunrise 06:05, sunset 20:54). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 30 August 2026, 19:45· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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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 Ölvessker

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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How do I get to Ölvessker?

Ölvessker 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 Ölvessker?

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 Ölvessker?

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 Ölvessker 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

km column = your drive

1Brokey7 km
2Hrappsey13 km
3Fremri Langey17 km
4Naustey19 km
5Fagurey20 km

Waterfalls

#1.Bakkárfoss

9.1 km·~11 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#2.Lambhagafoss

14 km·~16 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#3.Veiðifoss

21 km·~25 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

#4.Nátthagafoss

22 km·~26 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Sturlungalaug

14 km·~16 min drive

Geothermal spot

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Stykkishólmur

19 km·~23 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Natural hot pot near Dalabyggð

27 km·~32 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#4.Landbrotalaug

30 km·~36 min drive

Tiny natural hot pot on Snæfellsnes. Fits two people. Hidden gem.

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Á, Skarðsströnd

18 km·~22 min drive

The camp site Á in Skardsstrond is in a beautiful location in west Iceland.

#2.Á

18 km·~22 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#3.Tjaldsvæðið í Stykkishólmi

19 km·~23 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#4.Stykkishólmur

19 km·~23 min drive

The camping site in Stykkisholmur is centrally located and has many features.

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Bónus

19 km·~23 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð

27 km·~32 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Kjörbúðin

48 km·~57 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Hyrnan

65 km·~78 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Stykkishólmur

19 km·~23 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Búðardalur

27 km·~32 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Breiðablik

32 km·~39 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Reykhólar

40 km·~48 min drive

N1 · 310.9 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

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VegagerðinVisitor 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