National Park · Iceland
Vatnajökull National Park
Vatnajökull National Park is a national park in Iceland, covering 3,633,096 acres (1,470,263 ha), established in 2008.
National Park · Iceland
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Park facts
| Park type | National Park |
|---|---|
| Location | Iceland |
| Area | 3,633,096 acres (1,470,263 ha) |
| Established | 2008 |
| Coordinates | 64.5000° N, 17.0000° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Planning your visit
Best time to visit
June to August — summer, best for hiking with all areas open; November to March for ice caves
What to do
Getting there
| Nearest town | Höfn, Iceland |
|---|
Where to stay
| Campgrounds | Yes |
|---|---|
| Lodges | Guesthouses and hotels in nearby towns such as Höfn |
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Airports near this park
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- Akureyri International Airport (AEY) · Akureyri, Iceland · 85.8 miles away
Parks nearby
More parks in Iceland
Frequently asked questions
Where is Vatnajökull National Park?
Vatnajökull National Park is in Iceland (64.5000° N, 17.0000° W).
When was Vatnajökull National Park established?
Vatnajökull National Park was established in 2008, per the source listed at the foot of this page.
How big is Vatnajökull National Park?
Vatnajökull National Park covers 3,633,096 acres (1,470,263 ha).
When is the best time to visit Vatnajökull National Park?
June to August — summer, best for hiking with all areas open; November to March for ice caves.
Does Vatnajökull National Park have campgrounds?
Yes — Vatnajökull National Park has campgrounds.
How do I get to Vatnajökull National Park?
The nearest town is Höfn, Iceland.
Sources
- https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1353292 — Wikidata (CC0) — name, country, coordinates, area, established year, highest point where stated.
- http://www.vatnajokulsthjodgardur.is/en/visit/arstidir — Best time to visit, as stated by the source.
- https://www.thetraveler.org/when-to-visit-vatnajokull-national-park-for-ice-caves-and-glaciers/ — Activities offered, as stated by the source.
- https://evendo.com/locations/iceland/vatnajokull-national-park — Campgrounds and lodging, as stated by the source.