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Svínafellsjökull

Sight · Southeast Iceland

Dramatic outlet glacier tongue near Skaftafell, famed for its jagged crevassed ice and used as a filming location for Game of Thrones and Interstellar.

AccessFree viewpoint · flat 15 min walk; guided crampon hikes for on-ice access

GPS64.0083, -16.8814

Local tip: The viewpoint is a short walk from the car park, but never walk on the ice without a guide due to hidden crevasses.

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Near Svínafellsjökull

Stay: Hotel Skaftafell (2 km)
Restrooms: Skaftafell Visitor Centre (4 km)
Campsite: Skaftafell Campsite (4 km)

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