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Hellisgerði

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Hellisgerði

Hellisgerði

Hellisgerði is a public park situated on a lava field within the town of Hafnarfjörður. Visitors go here to walk through paths surrounded by moss-covered lava formations and native vegetation. Local folklore associates the rocky terrain of the park with the presence of elves.

Getting There

The park is located within the town of Hafnarfjörður. Depending on your starting point in the city centre, it is accessible via a short walk or a few minutes by car.

Visit Duration

Because the park is small and consists of a network of walking paths, most visitors spend between 45 minutes and 1.5 hours exploring the grounds.

When to Visit

The park is accessible year-round, though the vegetation and moss are most prominent during the summer months. To avoid the largest groups of tourists, visiting during weekday mornings is recommended.

Nearby Attractions

You can combine a visit to the park with other sites in the surrounding area:

  • Garðakirkja: 2.5km
  • Vífilsstaðavatn: 4.3km
  • Kópavogskirkja: 5km
  • Straumsvík: 5.1km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Garðakirkja

Temples & religious sites

Garðakirkja

This church stands on a site that has long served as a center of local faith, where the people of Hafnarfjörður came to worship before a church was built in the town itself. The modest structure seen today was reconstructed to recall its original form, offering a calm setting to experience the character of traditional Icelandic church architecture.

2.5 km away
Vífilsstaðavatn

Nature

Vífilsstaðavatn

Vífilsstaðavatn is a small lake near Garðabær in the greater Reykjavík area. It's a peaceful spot to enjoy nature on a quiet walk.

4.3 km away
Kópavogskirkja

Temples & religious sites

Kópavogskirkja

Kópavogskirkja is a church on Borgarholt hill in Kópavogur, offering views over Kópavogur and the Reykjavík area. It's a nice spot for a short stop to take in the scenery.

5.0 km away
Straumsvík

Nature

Straumsvík

Straumsvík is a small harbor on the northern coast of Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula. It's a great spot to drive or stroll along the shore and take in wide-open ocean views.

5.1 km away
Smáratorg Tower

Views & landmarks

Smáratorg Tower

Smáratorg Tower is an office building in Kópavogur, Iceland, ranked as the country's tallest building as of 2023. It stands out prominently on the skyline.

5.1 km away
Nauthólsvík

Shopping & districts

Nauthólsvík

Nauthólsvík is a beach area near Perlan in Reykjavík, where you can bathe in a man-made geothermal lagoon. It's a unique hot-spring beach right by the city center.

5.7 km away