Hoffell

Hoffell is a farmland and glacier area about 20 km from Höfn in southeast Iceland, and partially within Vatnajökull national park. The area is known for Hoffellsjökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull, as well as gabbro rock, geothermal water, rivers, outwash plains, and mountain views.

Visitors can explore several hiking routes around Hoffellsjökull and Geitafellsbjörg, with views of the glacier and its lagoon. From Road 1, a 3 km paved road leads to Hoffell Guesthouse and Hoffell geothermal Baths.

To reach the Hoffellsjökull car park, visitors continue along a 4 km gravel road. The road is rough and can be difficult for ordinary cars, so a four-wheel-drive vehicle is recommended. Overnight stays are not allowed at the Hoffellsjökull car park, and hikers should check trail, road, and weather conditions before setting out.