Iceland's Northernmost Glacier
Iceland's northernmost glacier caps the remote mountains of the Westfjords, representing one of the country's last true wilderness areas and the only ice cap not retreating significantly due to climate change.
Located in Iceland's remote Westfjords peninsula, Drangajökull is the country's northernmost glacier. Use this map to plan your approach and understand the challenging but rewarding journey required to reach this pristine wilderness.
Note: Road access is extremely limited. Most visitors approach via hiking from coastal areas or by chartered boat/helicopter.
Drangajökull sits atop the dramatic landscape of Iceland's Westfjords, a region of towering sea cliffs, deep fjords, and vast wilderness areas rarely visited by tourists.
The Westfjords represent one of the most remote and pristine regions in Europe, where traditional Icelandic culture persists and nature reigns supreme. Drangajökull crowns this wilderness kingdom.
The pristine wilderness around Drangajökull supports Iceland's densest population of Arctic foxes and serves as a crucial breeding ground for countless seabirds.
Drangajökull is Iceland's most remote glacier. Access requires serious planning, 4x4 vehicles, and wilderness experience. Weather can change rapidly and rescue is difficult.