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Mosfell

Reykjavík Area, Iceland276 m elevation
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Mosfell

Reykjavík Area, Iceland276 m elevation

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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
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BookingNot needed
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 Mosfell

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
View tour →

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Mosfell — photo by Wikimedia CommonsWikimedia Commons

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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Tungufoss
2.7 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

#2.Kollafjarðarárfoss
3 km·~4 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

#3.Álafoss
3.6 km·~4 min drive

Álafoss is a waterfall on the river Varmá in Mosfellsbær, Iceland. .

Álafoss
#4.Tröllafoss
5.2 km·~6 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

Tröllafoss
4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Mosfellsbær
2.1 km·~3 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Mosfellsbær
3.7 km·~4 min drive

Hot pot in nature. Off the tourist path. Check conditions before going.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarholt og Úlfarsárdalur
8.5 km·~10 min drive

Natural pool. Real Iceland experience. Bring your own towel.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarvogur
9.6 km·~12 min drive

Geothermal spot. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Worth seeking out.

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Mosskógar
2.4 km·~3 min drive

The Mosskogar camping site is located in a peaceful grove in Mosfellsdalur.

#2.Mosfellsbær
2.4 km·~3 min drive

The camp site in Mosfellsbær has good facilities for tents, folding campers, trailers and…

#3.Camper Resort Reykjavík
9.9 km·~12 min drive

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

#4.Reykjavík
13 km·~15 min drive

The campsite in Reykjavik is situated in a great location next to the swimming pool in…

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan
4.3 km·~5 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó
4.3 km·~5 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus
4.4 km·~5 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Hagkaup
8.8 km·~11 min drive

Hagkaup supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Bjarkarholt
4.3 km·~5 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Mosfellsbær
4.3 km·~5 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#3.Langitangi
4.7 km·~6 min drive

Olís · 310.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Barðastaðir
7 km·~8 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 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 Mosfell?
Mosfell 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 Mosfell 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 Mosfell?
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 Mosfell?
Mosfell is 276 m above sea level, according to OpenStreetMap and Wikidata records.

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