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Selsvallafjall

Reykjavík Area, Iceland330 m elevation

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Selsvallafjall

Reykjavík Area, Iceland330 m elevation

About

Selsvallafjall rises to 330 m in the Reykjavík Area, Iceland — the 84th highest of the 147 peaks we map there. Nearest road is Route 41, 2.8 km away.

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Selsvallafjall is in the Reykjavík Area, Iceland at 63.9101°N, 22.1275°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Elevation: 330 m above sea level
Getting there: Road 428 (Djúpavatnsleið)
Off the main road: 2.8 km from Route 41
Nearest town: Vogar — 14.9 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 28 km in a straight line
What else is close: 379 mapped places within 20 km

Selsvallafjall weather and conditions

At Selsvallafjall in Reykjavik, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 17:30 (Iceland time): 10°C (feels like 7°C), overcast, wind 2 m/s gusting to 5 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 40 m (sunrise 06:09, sunset 20:49). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

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

VW Caravelle

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

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

Tours near Selsvallafjall

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Small groups

Lagoons & spa

A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers

So often our customers ask for something different.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!

Come with us on an journey to the land of Snæfellsnes, an ancient realm steeped in legends and wonder.

Duration11 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

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323.999 ISK

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Photos & videos

Selsvallafjall — photo by Bjoertvedt · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

Photo: Bjoertvedt · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

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How do I get to Selsvallafjall?

Selsvallafjall 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 Selsvallafjall 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 Selsvallafjall?

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 Selsvallafjall?

Selsvallafjall is 330 m above sea level, according to OpenStreetMap and Wikidata records.

Nearby

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Waterfalls

#1.Litli-Foss

26 km·~32 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Ullarfoss

27 km·~33 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Búrfoss

27 km·~33 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#4.Kermóafossar

27 km·~33 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður

3.8 km·~5 min drive

Geothermal Area located in the sulphur area Krýsuvík in Iceland

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Vogar

15 km·~18 min drive

Vogar's municipal swimming pool per Visit Reykjanes — a staffed geothermal pool, not a…

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Grindavík

17 km·~20 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Þórunnarlaug

17 km·~21 min drive

Geothermal spot

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Grindavík

16 km·~19 min drive

The Grindavik camping site features all the necessary comforts and services

#2.Tjaldsvæðið í Grindavík

16 km·~19 min drive

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

#3.Happy Campsite Keflavík

20 km·~24 min drive

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

#4.Viðistaðatúni

20 km·~24 min drive

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

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan

17 km·~20 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó

17 km·~20 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

17 km·~21 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Fjarðarkaup

21 km·~25 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Vogar

15 km·~18 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Einhella

16 km·~19 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Grindavík

16 km·~20 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Suðurhella

16 km·~20 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjavík Area

Tours

#1.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 →

#2.A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers

8 hours

So often our customers ask for something different.

from 195.000 ISKView tour →

#3.A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!

11 hours

Come with us on an journey to the land of Snæfellsnes, an ancient realm steeped in legends and wonder.

from 323.999 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Reykjavík Area

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Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Bjoertvedt · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
VegagerðinVisitor access & practical facts
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community