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Upptyppingar

Highlands, Iceland
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Upptyppingar

Highlands, Iceland

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A viewpoint in the Highlands. Stop here for panoramic views of the Icelandic landscape.

The kind of view that makes you stop mid-sentence. Iceland specializes in these.

Wind is stronger at elevation. What feels like a breeze at sea level becomes a gale up here. Dress for it.

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Road conditions
Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
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Free
No fees
Entry: Free
Parking: Free
No booking
Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
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 Upptyppingar

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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Photos & videos

Upptyppingar — photo by Wikimedia CommonsWikimedia Commons

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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Skínandi
4.7 km·~6 min drive

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

#2.Drekafoss
17 km·~20 min drive

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

#3.Sauðárfoss
25 km·~30 min drive

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

Sauðárfoss
#4.Töfrafoss
25 km·~30 min drive

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

Töfrafoss
4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Víti
21 km·~25 min drive

Water hot spring

#2.Víti Askja
21 km·~26 min drive

Volcanic crater lake at Askja. Highland destination, not always safe for bathing - check…

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Múlaþing
31 km·~37 min drive

Wild hot spring. Off the tourist path. Check conditions before going.

#4.Laugarvallalaug
31 km·~38 min drive

Geothermal spot. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Bring your own towel.

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Drekaskáli
16 km·~20 min drive

North Iceland camping option. Less crowded than the south, with dramatic landscapes and…

#2.Drekaskáli Warden Cabin
17 km·~20 min drive

North Iceland camping option. Less crowded than the south, with dramatic landscapes and…

#3.Kverkfjöll / Sigurðarskáli
22 km·~27 min drive

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

#4.Herðubreiðarlindir
31 km·~38 min drive

North Iceland camping option. Less crowded than the south, with dramatic landscapes and…

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
84 km·~100 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó
93 km·~112 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus
101 km·~121 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan
103 km·~124 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Möðrudalur
62 km·~74 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Skjöldólfsstaðir
74 km·~89 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Mývatn
78 km·~94 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Hallormsstaður
80 km·~96 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

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 Highlands

Frequently
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How do I get to Upptyppingar?
Upptyppingar is in Highlands. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — some overlooks sit on gravel or highland F-roads that need a 4×4 and only open in summer.
Is there parking at Upptyppingar?
Many Icelandic viewpoints are roadside pull-offs with a small marked parking area. Never stop on the road itself or on the soft verge — it blocks traffic and damages the moss, which is illegal. Use the marked lay-by.
Is Upptyppingar safe to visit?
Treat it with care. Icelandic viewpoints are often unfenced clifftops or exposed ridges, and weather changes fast — wind can knock you off balance near an edge. Keep back from drop-offs, bring layers even on a clear day, and check the forecast before you go.
When is the best time to visit Upptyppingar?
Long summer days give the most daylight and the clearest access. In winter, roads may be icy or closed and daylight is short — but the same spots double as aurora-watching points on clear, dark nights. Check road and weather conditions first.

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