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Highlands, Iceland1,204 m elevation
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Bláfell

Highlands, Iceland1,204 m elevation

About

Bláfell rises to 1,204 m in the Highlands, Iceland — the 48th highest of the 186 peaks we map there. Nearest road is Route 35, 3.3 km away.

Map of Bláfell

Bláfell is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.4883°N, 19.8584°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Elevation
1,204 m above sea level
Off the main road
3.3 km from Route 35
Nearest town
Bláskógabyggð — 35.1 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
107 km in a straight line
What else is close
22 mapped places within 20 km

Bláfell weather and conditions

At Bláfell in Highlands, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 09:15 (Iceland time): -1°C (feels like -5°C), clear, wind 3 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 44 m (sunrise 05:58, sunset 20:42). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 09:15· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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How do I get to Bláfell?
Bláfell 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 Bláfell 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 Bláfell?
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 Bláfell?
Bláfell is 1,204 m above sea level, according to OpenStreetMap and Wikidata records.

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Staka-Jarlhetta14 km
  2. 2Stóra-Jarlhetta15 km
  3. 3Jarlhettur18 km
  4. 4Einifell19 km
  5. 5Hrefnubúðir20 km

Hot Springs

#1.Kúalaug
27 km·~33 min drive

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

#2.Konungshver
29 km·~35 min drive

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

#3.Blesi
29 km·~35 min drive

Geyser hot spring

#4.Óþerrishola
29 km·~35 min drive

Natural hot spring

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Hvítárnes
15 km·~18 min drive

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

#2.Árbúðir
15 km·~18 min drive

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

#3.Skjól
27 km·~32 min drive

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

#4.Geysir, Haukadal
29 km·~35 min drive

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

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
46 km·~55 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúðin
52 km·~62 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Kjörbúðin
77 km·~93 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Hagkaup Sérvara
82 km·~98 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Geysir
29 km·~35 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Hrauneyjar
42 km·~51 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#3.Brautarhóll
45 km·~54 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Flúðir
46 km·~55 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

Tours

#1.(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss
6 hours 30 minutes

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

from 25.300 ISKView tour →
#2.(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri
6 hours

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

from 25.900 ISKView tour →
#3.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 →
3 tours near Highlands

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