Camping
Opening times
Summer (June 1st to September 15th)
The campsites at Leirar (Nyrðri-Leirar, Syðri-Leirar and Fagrabrekka) and Vatnskot are generally fully open between June 1st and September 15th, with all of its amenities, such as electricity, restrooms, showers and outside sinks.
Sections of the campground may be temporarily closed during periods of heavy rain.
Winter (September 16th to May 31st)
Campsites at Nyrðri - Leirar, Syðri - Leirar and Fagrabrekka are open during winter time Electricity is available on the parking spaces at Syðri - Leirar and Fagrabrekka.
It might happen we have to close the grassy fields on our camp site´s during winter time.
During extreme frost we might have to close service houses (restrooms and showers) at Syðri - Leirar.
We are sorry to say we can not reserve any spots at our campground.
Price
| Adult (18-66 years old) | 1.800 ISK per person per night + overnight stay tax |
| Senior Citizen (67+) and disabled. | 900 ISK per person per night + overnight stay tax |
| Electricity (only available at Nyrðri-Leirar during summer) | 1100 ISK unit per night |
| Overnight stay tax per unit (tent, camper etc.) | 400 ISK |
| If you pay for three nights, you get the fourth one free and then every another night from then on. | |
| Groups (10 or more) get a 15% discount if settled together. |
I it is possible to take care of payment either in our Service centre or online.
Þingvellir campsites information
Campsite Areas
There are several campsite areas to choose from:
- Nyrðri-Leirar
Located next to the service center, this area offers electricity and is the main camping area. Both tents and motorhomes are welcome here. - Syðri-Leirar
Just across Road 36, this area is also for both tents and motorhomes. It has facilities to dispose of wastewater and access to a water hose for clean drinking water. Electricity available at parking space. - Fagrabrekka
A small campground west of Syðri-Leirar, grassy fields only intended for tents. Campervans can stay on parking. Electricity available at parking space. - Vatnskot
About a 10-minute drive from the service center along Road 361, this area is a secondary campsite for tents only, with more basic facilities. Open from June - September 15th.
Facilities at the Campsites
Both Nyrðri-Leirar (main camping area) and Syðri-Leirar have service huts that include restrooms, simple outdoor cooking facilities with sinks, and an outside grill. Showers are also available in these huts and are included in the campsite price.
Service Centre Hours
The Þingvellir National Park Service Centre is open from 08:00 to 18:00 during summer, and 09:00-17:00 during winter. Camping permits can be obtained at the information desk, by the entrance, on arrival. If you arrive after we close the service centre, you can pay online or in the morning.
Park staff also monitor the campsite on foot and accept payments. The campsite is monitored in the evenings during summer months to ensure peacefulness and quiet after 23:00.
Reservations
There are no reservations or advance bookings for the Þingvellir campsites, and there is usually plenty of space available.
Address
Þingvellir, 801 Selfoss, GPS; N 64°16'48.9426" W 21° 5'17.4444".
Illustration of the campgrounds