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Vatnsnes

North Iceland, Iceland

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ViewpointNorth Iceland

Vatnsnes

North Iceland, Iceland

About

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

This is the spot for photos. Or for just standing there, taking it in.

Bring binoculars if you have them. You'll see more detail in the distant landscapes.

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Map of Vatnsnes

Vatnsnes is in North Iceland at 65.6754°N, 20.6776°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Getting there: Road 711 (Vatnsnesv.: Þorgrímsstaðav. - Borgarv.)
Off the main road: 18.2 km from Route 1
Nearest town: Blönduós — 17.3 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 180 km in a straight line
What else is close: 71 mapped places within 20 km

Vatnsnes weather and conditions

At Vatnsnes in North Iceland, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 06:15 (Iceland time): 3°C (feels like 0°C), clear, wind 3 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 53 m (sunrise 05:56, sunset 20:50). 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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North Reykjavík South Coast West 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 Vatnsnes

Free cancellation

Small groups

Sightseeing

(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

Duration6 hours 30 minutes

HighlightsNorth Iceland

(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

Duration6 hours

HighlightsNorth Iceland

Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyri

The freedom of covering all kinds of terrain on a snowmobile is something everyone should experience.

Duration5 hours

HighlightsNorth Iceland

Photos & videos

Vatnsnes — photo by Hansueli Krapf · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

Photo: Hansueli Krapf · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

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How do I get to Vatnsnes?

Vatnsnes is in North Iceland. 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 Vatnsnes?

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 Vatnsnes 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 Vatnsnes?

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.Háifoss

6.4 km·~8 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

#2.Stórhólsfoss

7.8 km·~9 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#3.Seltungufoss

12 km·~15 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#4.Efri-Foss

33 km·~39 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

4 waterfalls near North Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Foss Hot Pot

18 km·~21 min drive

Geothermal spot

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Blönduós

18 km·~22 min drive

Natural geothermal hot spring near Blönduós, North Iceland — a wild roadside soak by the…

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Skagaströnd

23 km·~28 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Natural hot pot near Húnabyggð

26 km·~32 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

4 hot springs near North Iceland

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæðið Illugastöðum (selaskoðunarstaður á Vatnsnesi)

12 km·~14 min drive

The campsite at Illugastaðir is located next to the seal-watching spots. Opens 20th of…

#2.Blönduós

18 km·~22 min drive

The camp site in the town Blönduós is good and well equipped camp site.

#3.Skagaströnd

24 km·~28 min drive

The camp site is in a peaceful and quiet place at the top of the street Bogabraut and if…

#4.Húnavellir Campsite

26 km·~31 min drive

Húnavellir Campsite is spacious and family-friendly, located just off Route 1 in North…

4 campsites near North Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Kjörbúðin

18 km·~22 min drive

Kjörbúðin supermarket — supplies

#2.Kaupfélag Vestur-Húnvetninga

33 km·~40 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Kaupfélag Steingrímsfjarðar

35 km·~42 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Krambúð

46 km·~55 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near North Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Blönduós

18 km·~22 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Skagaströnd

24 km·~28 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Víðihlíð

33 km·~40 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Hvammstangi

34 km·~40 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near North Iceland

Tours

#1.(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

6 hours 30 minutes

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

from 25.300 ISKView tour →

#2.(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

6 hours

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

from 25.900 ISKView tour →

#3.Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyri

5 hours

The freedom of covering all kinds of terrain on a snowmobile is something everyone should experience.

from 166.750 ISKView tour →

3 tours near North Iceland

Data & sources

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

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Hansueli Krapf · 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