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Langisjór

South Coast, Iceland26 km² surface
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Langisjór

South Coast, Iceland26 km² surface

About

Langisjór is a lake in the western part of Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland. It is around 20 km in length and up to 2 km wide, with a total surface area of about 26 km2 (10 sq mi) and a depth of 75m at its deepest point.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

Check local conditions before visiting. Iceland's weather changes fast.

Map of Langisjór

Langisjór is on Iceland's South Coast at 64.1744°N, 18.3019°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Off the main road
33.2 km from Route 26
Nearest town
Kirkjubæjarklaustur — 46.8 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
176 km in a straight line
What else is close
64 mapped places within 20 km

Langisjór weather and conditions

At Langisjór in South Coast, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 11:45 (Iceland time): 6°C (feels like 3°C), clear, wind 2 m/s gusting to 5 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 42 m (sunrise 05:53, sunset 20:34). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 11:45· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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How do I get to Langisjór?
Langisjór is in South Coast. 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 Langisjór?
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 Langisjór before you cast.
Can I swim in Langisjór?
Icelandic lakes are cold year-round and swimming rules vary by lake — some are protected or have unstable shorelines. Check local signage at Langisjór before entering the water.
When is the best time to visit Langisjór?
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

  1. 1Jökulvatn11 km
  2. 2Lambavatn12 km
  3. 3Litlisjór18 km
  4. 4Grænavatn20 km
  5. 5Langavatn25 km

Hot Springs

#1.Guðlaug
39 km·~47 min drive

New seaside hot pot on Langisandur beach in Akranes. Ocean views.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra
42 km·~50 min drive

Natural hot spring

#3.Brennisteinsalda
42 km·~51 min drive

Natural hot spring

#4.Landmannalaugar Hot River
42 km·~51 min drive

Highland hot river where streams mix - find your perfect temperature spot. Surrounded by…

4 hot springs near South Coast

Campsites

#1.Blágil
13 km·~16 min drive

Tjaldsvæðið í Blágilum er staðsett á grasbala undir brún Eldshrauns. Það er 50 km frá…

#2.Skælingar
24 km·~29 min drive

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

#3.Hólaskjól
33 km·~40 min drive

The camping site Hólaskjól is on the way to the highlands

#4.Hörgsland
41 km·~49 min drive

The camp site is right by Highway 1, about 5 km away from Kirkjubæjarklaustur, but in…

4 campsites near South Coast

Supermarkets

#1.Gvendarkjör
44 km·~53 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Krónan
91 km·~109 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#3.Krambúð
98 km·~118 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin
109 km·~131 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near South Coast

Gas stations

#1.Kirkjubæjarklaustur
44 km·~53 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Hrauneyjar
48 km·~57 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#3.Freysnes
71 km·~86 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Fagurhólsmýri
87 km·~104 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near South Coast

Tours

#1.Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experience
3 hours

The Buggy Iceland and Mega Zipline Combo Tour offers an exhilarating adventure for thrill-seekers exploring Iceland.

from 29.300 ISKView tour →
#2.Buggy Adventure-Þórsmörk
5 hours

"Þórsmörk has a spot in every Icelander's heart.

from 89.990 ISKView tour →
#3.Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavik
4 hours

Our transfer service offers a comfortable and safe way to travel from the heart of Iceland's highlands, Landmannalaugar, to the…

from 12.220 ISKView tour →
3 tours near South Coast

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