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.
冬季警示
Do not attempt Kjölur or Kerlingarfjöll as a normal winter self-drive route while mountain roads are closed.
必看
主要亮点
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.
日计划
建议行程
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.
自驾方案
其他行程方案
选择适合你时间安排的方案。
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.
出发前须知
实用信息
行程时长
1–2 days
出发地点
Gullfoss or North Iceland
最佳旅行时间
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.
路况
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.
天气
The route is exposed and high-elevation. Strong wind, cold, rain and low visibility can arrive quickly in summer.
加油
There is no fuel on the Kjölur highland crossing. Fill the tank before entering the Highlands and keep a reserve for delays or detours.
餐饮
Carry food and water for the crossing. Seasonal services at highland destinations should be treated as a bonus, not your only supply plan.
停车
Use established parking at Kerlingarfjöll, Hveravellir and signed viewpoints. Never drive off-road to create your own stop.
厕所
Basic seasonal facilities are available at major highland service areas, but not along every section of the route.
安全
Stay on legal roads, keep away from unmarked geothermal ground, carry warm layers and water, and turn back if visibility or road conditions deteriorate.
无障碍设施
Road surfaces are rough and many geothermal or hiking areas have uneven ground. Accessibility is limited compared with normal lowland sightseeing routes.
冬季驾驶
The route is seasonal. Closed mountain roads must not be driven even if the weather looks good at the start point.
开放时间
No fixed opening date applies. Check official mountain-road status before departure.
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内部知识
旅行贴士
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.
住宿
沿途酒店
查找冰岛的酒店
从舒适的雷克雅未克民宿到偏远的高地小屋——数千家住宿可免费取消，并享最优价格保证。
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.
- 迷你 / 经济型
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城市驾驶和柏油主干道的最低价选择。
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空间和舒适度稍好，依然易于停车。
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携带行李长途环岛自驾也很舒适。
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离地间隙更高，驾驶更稳健。
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常见问题
常见问题
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.