Herdubreid is a steep, flat-topped mountain in the highlands of northeast Iceland. It rises to about 1,682 metres above sea level and stands near the Askja volcano at the edge of the Odadahraun lava desert. It is reached on highland roads in summer, check road.is and safetravel.is for live conditions.
What and where Herdubreid is
Herdubreid is in the highlands of northeast Iceland. The mountain stands at the edge of the Odadahraun lava desert, near the Askja caldera. Its shape is steep and flat-topped.
The Queen of Icelandic Mountains
Herdubreid is often called the Queen of Icelandic Mountains.
How a tuya forms
Herdubreid is a tuya, also called a table mountain. This type of mountain forms when a volcanic eruption happens beneath a thick ice sheet.
A difficult mountain to climb
Herdubreid has steep, loose sides. Because of that terrain, its first confirmed ascent was not until 1908.
Seeing Herdubreid in the highlands
Herdubreid is reached on highland roads in summer. For live road and safety conditions, check road.is and safetravel.is. To compare options for the area, see highlands tours.
Confirm the route is suitable
Iceland road conditions is worth checking before you travel to or near Herdubreid Mountain Iceland: What to Know, especially in variable weather.
