Hvalvatn
The lake Hvalvatn is situated some kilometers to the east of Hvalfjörður in the western portion of Iceland. It lies to the east of the tuya Hvalfell. The surface measures 4.1 km2 (1.6 sq mi), and its greatest depth is 180 m (590 ft).
| Hvalvatn | |
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.jpg) Aerial photograph of the region: Hvalvatn near Hvalfell and in front of Botnssúlur; air pollution caused by Bárðarbunga eruptions (October 2014) | |
| Coordinates | 64°23′N 21°10′W |
| Basin countries | Iceland |
| Surface area | 4.1 km2 (1.6 sq mi) |
| Max. depth | 180 m (590 ft) |
| Surface elevation | 378 m (1,240 ft) |
Not far from Hvalvatn is Glymur, the second highest waterfall in the country. Hiking trails lead both to the lake and to the waterfall.
See also
- List of lakes of Iceland
- Waterfalls of Iceland
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