
south-iceland · Iceland
Tungnakvíslajökull
About Tungnakvíslajökull
Tungnakvíslajökull is a glacier in South Iceland, Iceland. Iceland is home to Vatnajökull — Europe's largest glacier — along with dozens of other ice caps and outlet glaciers.
Did You Know?
- ✔Iceland has 269 named glaciers
- ✔Glaciers cover ~11% of Iceland's surface
Tours Near Tungnakvíslajökull
Best-rated Iceland experiences — book with free cancellation

Glacier Adventure at Sólheimajökull Private Tour
From $377.1
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Diamond Beach & Jökulsárlón Floating Glacier Guided Day Tour
From $1728.84
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Private Tour: South Coast of Iceland by SUV or Van from Reykjavik
From $820
Book NowStory & Folklore
Tungnakvíslajökull is a remarkable feature of South Iceland, Iceland — a place where ancient geology, Norse heritage and dramatic natural forces meet. Iceland is one of the world's youngest countries geologically, yet one of the oldest in terms of human storytelling. Every location here has a story worth knowing.
Why Visit
Iceland is home to Vatnajökull — Europe's largest glacier — along with dozens of other ice caps and outlet glaciers.
Did You Know?
Iceland is home to Vatnajökull — Europe's largest glacier — along with dozens of other ice caps and outlet glaciers.
📖 Stories & Legends
Icelandic sagas and folklore from this area


