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Útsýnisskífa

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

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ViewpointReykjavík Area

Útsýnisskífa

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

About

A viewpoint in the Capital Area. 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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Útsýnisskífa is in the Reykjavík Area, Iceland at 64.1106°N, 21.8821°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Getting there: Road 40 (Hafnarfjarðarv.)
Off the main road: 1 km from Route 40
Nearest town: Kópavogsbær — 0.9 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 5 km in a straight line
What else is close: 1,083 mapped places within 20 km

Útsýnisskífa weather and conditions

At Útsýnisskífa in Reykjavik, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 06:15 (Iceland time): 5°C (feels like 1°C), clear, wind 2 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 41 m (sunrise 06:07, sunset 20:48). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 06:15· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Reykjavík South Coast West North East Westfjords Reykjanes Highlands

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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 Útsýnisskífa

Free cancellation

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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How do I get to Útsýnisskífa?

Útsýnisskífa is in Reykjavík Area. 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 Útsýnisskífa?

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 Útsýnisskífa 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 Útsýnisskífa?

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.

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Búrfoss

2.1 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Ullarfoss

2.3 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Sjávarfoss

2.5 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#4.Skáfossar

2.8 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Háaleiti og Bústaðir

1.8 km·~2 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Kópavogsbær

2.4 km·~3 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring in the Capital Region

2.6 km·~3 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Nauthólsvík

2.7 km·~3 min drive

Geothermal spot

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæði í Laugardal

3.9 km·~5 min drive

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

#2.Reykjavík

4 km·~5 min drive

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

#3.Camper Resort Reykjavík

5.3 km·~6 min drive

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

#4.Hafnarfjörður

5.6 km·~7 min drive

The camp site in Hafnarfjordur is in a large area called Vidistaðatun close to the center…

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Bónus

800 m

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#2.Prís

900 m

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Kvikk

950 m

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan

1.1 km·~1 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Dalvegur

950 m

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Smárinn

950 m

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Skógarlind

1 km·~1 min drive

N1 · 279.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Fossvogur

1.1 km·~1 min drive

N1 · 309.9 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.

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