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Langavatn

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

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Langavatn

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

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Map of Langavatn

Langavatn is in the Reykjavík Area, Iceland at 64.1169°N, 21.6881°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Getting there: Road 435 (Fangelsi Hólmsheiði - Hafravatnsvegur)
Off the main road: 3 km from Route 1
Nearest town: Mosfellsbær — 5.6 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 13 km in a straight line
What else is close: 1,106 mapped places within 20 km

Langavatn weather and conditions

At Langavatn in Reykjavik, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 12:15 (Iceland time): 11°C, partly cloudy, wind 2 m/s gusting to 5 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 41 m (sunrise 06:07, sunset 20:48). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 12:15· 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 Langavatn

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

Langavatn — photo by Berserkur · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Photo: Berserkur · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

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How do I get to Langavatn?

Langavatn 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 Langavatn?

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 Langavatn before you cast.

Can I swim in Langavatn?

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

When is the best time to visit Langavatn?

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.Selásfoss

5.4 km·~6 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Breiðholtsfoss

5.4 km·~6 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Álafoss

5.6 km·~7 min drive

Álafoss is a waterfall on the river Varmá in Mosfellsbær, Iceland. .

#4.Litli-Foss

5.6 km·~7 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarholt og Úlfarsárdalur

2.9 km·~3 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Natural hot pot near Mosfellsbær

4.2 km·~5 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#3.Víti

5.2 km·~6 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarvogur

5.3 km·~6 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Camper Resort Reykjavík

6.8 km·~8 min drive

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

#2.Mosskógar

7.2 km·~9 min drive

The Mosskogar camping site is located in a peaceful grove in Mosfellsdalur.

#3.Mosfellsbær

7.2 km·~9 min drive

The camp site in Mosfellsbær has good facilities for tents, folding campers, trailers and…

#4.Tjaldsvæði í Laugardal

9.6 km·~12 min drive

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

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan

3.8 km·~5 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus

4.7 km·~6 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Nettó

5.2 km·~6 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#4.Hagkaup

6.1 km·~7 min drive

Hagkaup supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Kirkjustétt

3.5 km·~4 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Norðlingaholt

4.1 km·~5 min drive

Olís · 310.8 kr/L petrol

#3.Lambhagavegur

4.4 km·~5 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Gagnvegur

4.7 km·~6 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 · Berserkur · 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