Ruta de conducción propia
Kjölur & Kerlingarfjöll
Across Iceland between Langjökull and Hofsjökull
Cross Iceland between Langjökull and Hofsjökull with Hveravellir and Kerlingarfjöll as the signature stops.
Kjölur is one of Iceland’s classic interior crossings, but it should still be treated as a Highlands journey rather than a shortcut between north and south. Kerlingarfjöll and Hveravellir are the two major reasons to slow down. Start with a full tank, use a vehicle permitted for the roads you plan to drive, and make road opening and weather checks part of the itinerary.
Aviso de invierno
Do not attempt Kjölur or Kerlingarfjöll as a normal winter self-drive route while mountain roads are closed.
Imprescindible
Lo más destacado
Kerlingarfjöll
Colourful geothermal mountains and the route’s main hiking destination.
Hveravellir
Geothermal area and a natural break between the glaciers on the long interior crossing.
A lo largo de la ruta
Paradas y puntos destacados
2 lugares imprescindibles
Kerlingarfjöll
Cadena montañosa en las Tierras Altas con áreas geotermales coloridas y caminatas glaciares.
Reserva tiempo suficiente para el senderismo geotérmico; el tiempo puede cambiar rápidamente.
Hveravellir
Hveravellir es un oasis geotérmico remoto en las tierras altas centrales de Islandia, ubicado a lo largo de la ruta Kjölur (F35). Aguas termales, fumarolas y pozas de barro burbujeantes salpican el paisaje, con impresionantes formaciones minerales blancas y columnas de vapor que se elevan contra el terreno accidentado. Una poza natural de agua caliente, visualmente distinta por su sereno tono azul, ofrece una de las experiencias de baño más atmosféricas de Islandia a cielo abierto.
Una buena parada de descanso entre los glaciares; respeta los senderos geotérmicos señalizados.
Plan del día
Itinerario sugerido
08:00
Enter Kjölur
Start with a full tank, food, water and current road/weather checks.
10:30
Kerlingarfjöll
Allow several hours if hiking is a priority.
15:00
Continue across Kjölur
Keep enough time margin for rough-road driving and weather.
17:00
Hveravellir
Geothermal stop and break before the final section of the crossing.
19:00
Exit the Highlands
Do not let a late schedule push you into unsafe driving conditions.
Planes en coche
Itinerarios alternativos
Elige el plan que mejor se adapte a tu calendario.
1-Day Kjölur Crossing
Long summer dayFor experienced drivers who keep hiking short and use the route primarily as a scenic highland crossing.
Start early and keep significant weather and fuel margin.
Recommended 2-Day Kjölur
2 daysKerlingarfjöll on day one, Hveravellir and the remainder of the crossing on day two.
Much safer and more enjoyable than forcing long hikes and the full crossing into one day.
Antes de ir
Información práctica
Duración del viaje
1–2 days
Punto de partida
Gullfoss or North Iceland
Mejor época para visitar
Summer only, when the mountain roads are officially open. Opening dates vary with snow and ground conditions, so always use current road status rather than a fixed calendar date.
Estado de las carreteras
This is a Highlands route with rough gravel and mountain-road conditions. Use a suitable permitted 4x4 and check road opening and surface conditions immediately before departure.
Clima
The route is exposed and high-elevation. Strong wind, cold, rain and low visibility can arrive quickly in summer.
Combustible
There is no fuel on the Kjölur highland crossing. Fill the tank before entering the Highlands and keep a reserve for delays or detours.
Comida
Carry food and water for the crossing. Seasonal services at highland destinations should be treated as a bonus, not your only supply plan.
Aparcamiento
Use established parking at Kerlingarfjöll, Hveravellir and signed viewpoints. Never drive off-road to create your own stop.
Aseos
Basic seasonal facilities are available at major highland service areas, but not along every section of the route.
Seguridad
Stay on legal roads, keep away from unmarked geothermal ground, carry warm layers and water, and turn back if visibility or road conditions deteriorate.
Accesibilidad
Road surfaces are rough and many geothermal or hiking areas have uneven ground. Accessibility is limited compared with normal lowland sightseeing routes.
Conducción en invierno
The route is seasonal. Closed mountain roads must not be driven even if the weather looks good at the start point.
Horarios
No fixed opening date applies. Check official mountain-road status before departure.
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Conocimiento local
Consejos de viaje
Use a rental vehicle explicitly permitted on the roads you plan to drive.
There is no fuel on the Kjölur highland crossing, so fill up before entering the Highlands.
Check road opening status and weather immediately before departure.
Carry food, water and warm layers even on a good summer forecast.
Plan two days if you want substantial hiking at Kerlingarfjöll.
Do not drive onto closed roads or off marked tracks.
Alojamiento
Hoteles a lo largo de la ruta
Encuentra hoteles en Islandia
Desde acogedoras casas de huéspedes en Reikiavik hasta remotos refugios en las Tierras Altas: miles de alojamientos con cancelación gratuita y garantía de mejor precio.
Rent a car for this self-drive route
Self-drive is the best way to follow this route. Browse vehicle types, then search real availability and prices on DiscoverCars.
- Mini / Económico
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La opción más barata para ciudad y carreteras principales asfaltadas.
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Algo más de espacio y comodidad, y fácil de aparcar.
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Cómodo para trayectos largos por la Carretera de Circunvalación con equipaje.
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Mayor altura libre y una conducción más segura.
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Cerca
Atracciones cercanas
Kerlingarfjöll
Cadena montañosa en las Tierras Altas con áreas geotermales coloridas y caminatas glaciares.
Hveravellir
Hveravellir es un oasis geotérmico remoto en las tierras altas centrales de Islandia, ubicado a lo largo de la ruta Kjölur (F35). Aguas termales, fumarolas y pozas de barro burbujeantes salpican el paisaje, con impresionantes formaciones minerales blancas y columnas de vapor que se elevan contra el terreno accidentado. Una poza natural de agua caliente, visualmente distinta por su sereno tono azul, ofrece una de las experiencias de baño más atmosféricas de Islandia a cielo abierto.
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Do I need a 4x4 for Kjölur and Kerlingarfjöll?+
Plan this as a Highlands 4x4 route and confirm your rental agreement allows the exact mountain roads in your itinerary.
Is there fuel on Kjölur?+
No dependable fuel is available on the crossing. Start with a full tank and plan conservatively.
When does Kjölur open?+
There is no guaranteed opening date. Mountain roads open when conditions allow, so check official road status immediately before departure.
Can I do Kjölur in one day?+
Yes in good summer conditions, but it becomes a long driving day. Two days is much better if Kerlingarfjöll hiking is important.
Can I drive Kjölur in winter?+
Not as a normal independent self-drive route while the mountain roads are closed.
What are the two main stops?+
Kerlingarfjöll and Hveravellir are the signature destinations and deserve most of your non-driving time.
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