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Bjarnarfell

Highlands, Iceland724 m elevation
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Bjarnarfell

Highlands, Iceland724 m elevation

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Getting thereCar recommended
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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
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Tours near Bjarnarfell

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Dimmufoss
5.2 km·~6 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#2.Brúarfoss
9.4 km·~11 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Brúarfoss
#3.Midfoss
9.9 km·~12 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Midfoss
#4.Hlauptungufoss
10 km·~12 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Hlauptungufoss
4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Konungshver
3.5 km·~4 min drive

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

#2.Óþerrishola
3.6 km·~4 min drive

Wild hot spring. Naturally heated, no facilities. Bring your own towel.

#3.Blesi
3.6 km·~4 min drive

Geothermal spot. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Check conditions before going.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Bláskógabyggð
3.6 km·~4 min drive

Geothermal spot. Real Iceland experience. Bring your own towel.

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Geysir, Haukadal
3.5 km·~4 min drive

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

#2.Tjaldsvæði Úthlíð
6.1 km·~7 min drive

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

#3.Úthlíð, Biskupstungu
6.2 km·~7 min drive

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

#4.Skjól
6.8 km·~8 min drive

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

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúðin
21 km·~25 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð
21 km·~26 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Hagkaup Sérvara
52 km·~62 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Bónus
52 km·~62 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Geysir
3.6 km·~4 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Brautarhóll
17 km·~20 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Laugarvatn
21 km·~25 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Flúðir
21 km·~26 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near Highlands

Frequently
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How do I get to Bjarnarfell?
Bjarnarfell is in Highlands. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland trailheads often need a 4×4, and some access roads only open in summer.
Can I hike Bjarnarfell without a guide?
It depends on the route and conditions. Lower Icelandic peaks are hikeable in summer with proper boots, layers and a forecast check, but weather turns fast even in July. Tell someone your route and register plans on safetravel.is.
When is the best time to hike Bjarnarfell?
June to September, when snow has cleared from the trails and daylight is long. Winter ascents are serious mountaineering. Always check the forecast on vedur.is before you set out.
How tall is Bjarnarfell?
Bjarnarfell is 724 m above sea level, according to OpenStreetMap and Wikidata records.

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