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Leitin

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Map of Leitin

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64.0081°N, 21.5436°W · Reykjavík Area

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Off the main road
4.1 km from Route 39
Nearest town
Hveragerðisbær — 16.8 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
25 km in a straight line
What else is close
573 mapped places within 20 km

Tours near Leitin

Hengill Geothermal ATV Tour Near Reykjavík – 1.5 Hoursfrom 14.399 ISK · 1 h 30 minVolcano Valley ATV Tour Near Reykjavík – 2.5 Hoursfrom 19.999 ISK · 2 h 30 minInside The Volcano Hiking Tour with Pickup from Reykjavíkfrom 55.500 ISK · 6 hInside The Volcano Hiking Tour - Self-drivefrom 51.000 ISK · 4 hDay Trek to Hengill and the hidden Hot Spring: The Lost Treasurefrom 21.187 ISK · 9 hEvening Lava Tunnel Tourfrom 8.900 ISK · 1 hStandard Lava Tunnel Tourfrom 8.900 ISK · 1 hThe Lava Falls Adventure tourfrom 27.900 ISK · 3 hBlack & Blue - Lava Tunnel + Silfra Snorkelingfrom 23.990 ISK · 5 h
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ToursIn season nowBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 minGolden Circle and Laugarás Lagoon Lerki Admissionfrom 23.039 ISK · 9 h 30 minSpirit of the Aurora (28 person max vehicle)from 14.990 ISK · 5 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Leitin weather and conditions

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3°Clight drizzle · feels -3°C7 m/sgusts 139 h 52 mdaylight · 08:16 – 18:07
In season now · Winter in IcelandBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 min
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Cars & campers

−12%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 −12%
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 −12%
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 −12%

Photos & videos

Leitin — photo by Ray Swi-hymn from Sijhih-Taipei, Taiwan · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0Photo: Ray Swi-hymn from Sijhih-Taipei, Taiwan · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0

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Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Þríhnúkagígur8 km
  2. 2Hengill14 km
  3. 3Brennisteinsfjöll17 km
  4. 4Grensdalur18 km
  5. 5Hrómundartindur18 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Litli-Foss16 km
  2. 2Djúpagilsfoss16 km
  3. 3Breiðholtsfoss17 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Geothermal hot spring near Ölfus7 km
  2. 2Hverahild10 km
  3. 3Geothermal hot spring near Grafarholt og Úlfarsárdalur17 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Norðlingaholt15 km · 310.8 kr/L
  2. 2Búðarkór17 km · 279.8 kr/L
  3. 3Kirkjustétt17 km · 279.8 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Bónus15 km
  2. 2Krónan16 km
  3. 3Krambúð17 km
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Tours

  1. A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!from 159.000 ISK · 8 hours
  2. A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengersfrom 195.000 ISK · 8 hours
  3. Adventure in Landmannalaugar and Hot Springs - Reykjavík and Hellafrom 26.900 ISK · 13 hours
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Frequently
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Is it safe to visit Leitin?
Leitin is not currently erupting, and the surrounding area is generally safe to visit on marked trails. Volcanic and geothermal ground can still be unstable or hide gas — stay on the path, and check safetravel.is for any local closures before you drive.
How do I get to Leitin?
Leitin is in Reykjavík Area. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland access often needs a 4×4 and some routes only open in summer.
Can I hike Leitin?
It depends on the volcano and current activity. Some Icelandic cones have short marked trails to the rim; others sit under glaciers or in closed areas and cannot be climbed without a guide. Never approach an active eruption unless the official viewing area is open — conditions change fast.
What should I know about volcanic gas near Leitin?
Volcanic and geothermal areas can release sulphur dioxide and hydrogen sulphide, which are toxic in high concentrations and collect in low-lying spots. Stay on marked paths, leave immediately if you smell strong sulphur or feel unwell, and check the Met Office gas forecasts during any eruption.

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All volcanoes12 volcanoes in Reykjavík Area, mapped with photos, distances and live conditions
Iceland nowfrom 19 Sep 06:10
8°C · overcastWind 2 m/sRing Road (R1) openAurora Kp 2.67Daylight 07:02 – 19:39Webcams