Hofsjokull is the third-largest ice cap in Iceland, in the west of the highlands. It covers about 830 square kilometres, and its highest point reaches about 1,782 metres.
What and where Hofsjokull is
Hofsjokull is the third-largest ice cap in Iceland, after Vatnajokull and Langjokull, in the west of the highlands. It lies between Iceland's two largest glaciers, north of the Kerlingarfjoll mountains.
The size of the ice cap
Hofsjokull covers an area of about 830 square kilometres. Its highest point reaches about 1,782 metres.
The volcano under the ice
The ice cap sits over a large central volcano with a caldera. For live conditions, check safetravel.is and road.is.
Where Iceland's longest river begins
Hofsjokull is the source of several rivers, including the Thjorsa, Iceland's longest river.
Seeing Hofsjokull in the highlands
Hofsjokull sits in the west of the highlands, north of the Kerlingarfjoll mountains. If you want to compare options, see ice cave tours.
Make the road check part of the plan
Before building a route around Hofsjokull Glacier: facts, size, and location, review Iceland road conditions and adjust for current conditions.
