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Djúpavatn

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

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Djúpavatn

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

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Djúpavatn is in the Reykjavík Area, Iceland at 63.9210°N, 22.0930°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Getting there: Road 428 (Djúpavatnsleið)
Off the main road: 2 km from Route 41
Nearest town: Hafnarfjörður — 13 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 26 km in a straight line
What else is close: 421 mapped places within 20 km

Djúpavatn weather and conditions

At Djúpavatn in Reykjavik, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 13:15 (Iceland time): 11°C (feels like 7°C), partly cloudy, wind 4 m/s gusting to 9 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 40 m (sunrise 06:09, sunset 20:49). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 31 August 2026, 13:15· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Reykjavík South Coast West 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 Djúpavatn

Free cancellation

Small groups

Lagoons & spa

A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

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

So often our customers ask for something different.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

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

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

Duration11 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

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323.999 ISK

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Photos & videos

Djúpavatn — photo by Michal Klajban · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Photo: Michal Klajban · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

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How do I get to Djúpavatn?

Djúpavatn is in Reykjavík Area. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland lakes often need a 4×4 and some access roads only open in summer.

Can I fish at Djúpavatn?

Angling in Iceland requires a permit bought per water body from the landowner or local angling association, and gear used abroad must be disinfected first. Check the local rules for Djúpavatn before you cast.

Can I swim in Djúpavatn?

Icelandic lakes are cold year-round and swimming rules vary by lake — some are protected or have unstable shorelines. Check local signage at Djúpavatn before entering the water.

When is the best time to visit Djúpavatn?

Roadside lakes are visitable year-round, though winter access depends on conditions. Highland lakes and reservoirs are typically reachable only in summer once the F-roads open. Check live road conditions before you drive.

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Litli-Foss

24 km·~29 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Ullarfoss

25 km·~30 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Búrfoss

25 km·~30 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#4.Kermóafossar

25 km·~30 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður

3.4 km·~4 min drive

Geothermal Area located in the sulphur area Krýsuvík in Iceland

#2.Natural hot pot near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður

16 km·~19 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Vogar

16 km·~19 min drive

Vogar's municipal swimming pool per Visit Reykjanes — a staffed geothermal pool, not a…

#4.Þórunnarlaug

18 km·~21 min drive

Geothermal spot

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Viðistaðatúni

18 km·~22 min drive

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

#2.Hafnarfjörður

18 km·~22 min drive

The camp site in Hafnarfjordur is in a large area called Vidistaðatun close to the center…

#3.Grindavík

18 km·~22 min drive

The Grindavik camping site features all the necessary comforts and services

#4.Tjaldsvæðið í Grindavík

18 km·~22 min drive

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

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan

15 km·~18 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó

15 km·~18 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

16 km·~19 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Fjarðarkaup

19 km·~23 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Einhella

14 km·~17 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Suðurhella

15 km·~18 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Norðurhella

15 km·~18 min drive

N1 · 279.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Vogar

15 km·~19 min drive

N1 · 310.9 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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Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Michal Klajban · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
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