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TypeLake
Area2.02 km²
Max depth2.3 m
Average depth1 m
Elevation75 m
Outflow riverElliðaár

Elliðavatn is a lake in Iceland. It is situated in the area of Reykjavík.

Not far from it, there is the well known natural park Heiðmörk with its hiking and biking trails, small forests and lava formations.

The eastern shores of Elliðavatn are part of Heiðmörk nature reserve, protected by the state.

Coming on the hringvegur (Route 1) over the Hellisheiði in the direction of the capital city, travelers pass by the lake.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elli%C3%B0avatn

The place can form part of a wider journey through Southwest Iceland, making it easy to combine the visit with other destinations in the region.

Reservoir
Fishing
Birdlife

Water management

The water level is regulated.

Related damElliðavatnsstífla
Power plantElliðaárvirkjun
OperatorVeitur
Last verified 16 September 2026 Source

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