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Hraunssels-Vatnsfell

Reykjavík Area, Iceland247 m elevation
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Hraunssels-Vatnsfell

Reykjavík Area, Iceland247 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
Reserve −15%

Tours near Hraunssels-Vatnsfell

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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Hraunssels-Vatnsfell — photo by Wikimedia CommonsWikimedia Commons

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Nearby

Waterfalls

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29 km·~34 min drive

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#2.Ullarfoss
29 km·~35 min drive

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#3.Búrfoss
29 km·~35 min drive

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#4.Kermóafossar
29 km·~35 min drive

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4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður
6.6 km·~8 min drive

Geothermal Area located in the sulphur area Krýsuvík in Iceland

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Vogar
13 km·~16 min drive

Natural hot spring. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Worth seeking out.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Grindavík
14 km·~16 min drive

Wild hot spring. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Worth seeking out.

#4.Þórunnarlaug
16 km·~19 min drive

Hot spring in Highlands. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Grindavík
13 km·~16 min drive

The Grindavik camping site features all the necessary comforts and services

#2.Tjaldsvæðið í Grindavík
13 km·~16 min drive

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

#3.Happy Campsite Keflavík
17 km·~21 min drive

The Happy Campsite is located only 6 min from the KEF Airport and has all the necessary…

#4.Viðistaðatúni
22 km·~26 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Nettó
14 km·~16 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#2.Krónan
19 km·~22 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus
19 km·~23 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Olís
19 km·~23 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Vogar
13 km·~15 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Grindavík
14 km·~16 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Stapabraut
17 km·~21 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Einhella
18 km·~21 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjavík Area

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 Reykjavík Area

Frequently
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How do I get to Hraunssels-Vatnsfell?
Hraunssels-Vatnsfell is in Reykjavík Area. 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 Hraunssels-Vatnsfell 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 Hraunssels-Vatnsfell?
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 Hraunssels-Vatnsfell?
Hraunssels-Vatnsfell is 247 m above sea level, according to OpenStreetMap and Wikidata records.

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