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Hlíðarfjall

Westfjords, Iceland524 m elevation
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Hlíðarfjall

Westfjords, Iceland524 m elevation

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Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
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Parking: Free
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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
Reserve −15%

Tours near Hlíðarfjall

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.Svuntufoss
13 km·~16 min drive

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

Svuntufoss
#2.Foss
15 km·~18 min drive

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

Foss
#3.Bæjarfoss
31 km·~37 min drive

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

Bæjarfoss
#4.Hundafoss
31 km·~37 min drive

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

Hundafoss
4 waterfalls near Westfjords

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Vesturbyggð
2.1 km·~3 min drive

Natural pool. Off the tourist path. Bring your own towel.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Patreksfjörður
8.7 km·~10 min drive

Natural hot spring. Off the tourist path. Respect the nature around it.

#3.Pollurinn
9.4 km·~11 min drive

Four pools in Tálknafjörður at different temps (36-46°C). Pick your preference. Basic…

#4.Reykjafjarðarlaug
18 km·~21 min drive

Hot spring in Westfjords. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

4 hot springs near Westfjords

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæðið á Tálknafirði
2.3 km·~3 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

#2.Tálknafjörður
2.4 km·~3 min drive

The camp site in Tálknafjörður is located in the center of the village, next to the…

#3.Patreksfjörður
8.3 km·~10 min drive

In Patreksfjordur the family can do various things together. The town stands between the…

#4.Tjaldsvæði á Patreksfirði
8.6 km·~10 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

4 campsites near Westfjords

Supermarkets

#1.Albina
8.6 km·~10 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Fjölval
9 km·~11 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus
55 km·~66 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.SAM
55 km·~66 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Westfjords

Gas stations

#1.Tálknafjörður
2.7 km·~3 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Patreksfjörður
8.8 km·~11 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Bíldudalur
12 km·~14 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Þingeyri
30 km·~36 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Westfjords

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 Westfjords

Frequently
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How do I get to Hlíðarfjall?
Hlíðarfjall is in Westfjords. 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 Hlíðarfjall 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 Hlíðarfjall?
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 Hlíðarfjall?
Hlíðarfjall is 524 m above sea level, according to OpenStreetMap and Wikidata records.

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