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Drone Rules for Hverfjall

Þingeyjarsveit (Þingeyjarsveit) • Iceland
Hverfjall, 660, Iceland
Lat: 65.6086 • Lng: -16.8717
Ground Not fully verified Last updated: Jun 16, 2026
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Hverfjall is a dormant volcanic crater south of Reykjahlio. Flying here is legal/permitted. Flying can be risky due to rough terrain, weather, and wildlife (birds).

Hverfjall is a dormant volcanic crater southeast of the town of Reykjahlio, Iceland. The volcano is dormant of safe to visit. Flying a drone here is not subject to a permit.

When flying in Hverfjall, you must abide by the standard Icelandic UAV regulations ##Requirements :

  • Stay under 120 meters (394 feet)
  • Never fly directly over crowds
  • Register as a drone pilot here: https://www.flydrone.is/register
  • Keep drone in visual line of sight

Flying a drone here can be RISKY! Because of awkward terrain, weather, and wildlife (birds), flying over and around the crater can be dangerous. So if you wish to fly here, take caution, plan ahead, watch the weather, and know your drones limitations.

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