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Langavatn

West Iceland, Iceland

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Langavatn

West Iceland, Iceland

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Map of Langavatn

Langavatn is in West Iceland at 64.4906°N, 20.5253°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Off the main road: 22.2 km from Route 52
Nearest town: Bláskógabyggð — 24.6 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 78 km in a straight line
What else is close: 54 mapped places within 20 km

Langavatn weather and conditions

At Langavatn in West Iceland, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 21:15 (Iceland time): 5°C (feels like 0°C), clear, wind 6 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 44 m (sunrise 06:01, sunset 20:44). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 31 August 2026, 21:15· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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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 Langavatn

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

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 West Iceland. 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

1Uxavatn25 km
2Krókatjarnir30 km
3Eiríksvatn30 km
4Laugarvatn32 km
5Hvalvatn33 km

Waterfalls

#1.Nýifoss

13 km·~16 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands.

#2.Skútafoss

22 km·~26 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#3.Leirárfoss

23 km·~28 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#4.Dimmufoss

24 km·~29 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands.

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Kúalaug

22 km·~26 min drive

Two small natural pools near Geysir, around 40°C. No facilities. Delicate surroundings -…

#2.Konungshver

22 km·~27 min drive

mountain in Iceland [Icelandic info]: Norðvestur frá Blesa er Konungshver (9) . Hann…

#3.Blesi

22 km·~27 min drive

Geyser hot spring

#4.Óþerrishola

23 km·~27 min drive

Natural hot spring

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Geysir, Haukadal

23 km·~27 min drive

The camp site at Geysir in Haukadal is located next to the famous geyser Geysir and is…

#2.Tjaldsvæði Úthlíð

24 km·~29 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#3.Úthlíð, Biskupstungu

24 km·~29 min drive

The camp site Uthlid at Biskupstungur has much to offer. You will find a swimming pool, a…

#4.Skjól

24 km·~29 min drive

Skjól Camping is a new camp site close to the famous Geysir hot spring. It is surrounded…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúðin

32 km·~38 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð

41 km·~49 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

64 km·~76 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Hagkaup Sérvara

65 km·~78 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Geysir

23 km·~27 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Húsafell

28 km·~34 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Laugarvatn

32 km·~38 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Brautarhóll

35 km·~42 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

Data & sources

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