Vatnsmýrin Nature Reserve, Reykjavík

Name: Vatnsmýrin Nature Reserve
Address: Reykjavík, Iceland

#102 among attractions in Reykjavík

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The Vatnsmýrin Nature Reserve is a protected moorland in Reykjavík, Iceland. The reserve provides a water source for Tjörnin Lake and is a nesting ground for birds. It borders the Nordic House and the University of Iceland. The area within the Reserve including drains and fences, and measures 37,026 square metres. Eighty-three species of vascular plants are documented. Biodiversity has been inhibited due to invasive animals and plants as well as industrial waste. ()

Established: 1981 (44 years ago)Coordinates: 64°8'18"N, 21°56'37"W

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Vesturbær (Háskóli Íslands)Reykjavík Iceland

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Vatnsmýrin Nature Reserve – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Laugavegur, Hallgrímskirkja, Tjörnin, Bankastræti.

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Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Laugavegur, Reykjavík
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Modern cathedral with a striking tower
Hallgrímskirkja, Reykjavík
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0.4 miN
Small urban lake with swans and geese
Tjörnin, Reykjavík
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Bankastræti, Reykjavík
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Museum of contemporary Icelandic art
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Tracing the history of Icelandic culture
National Museum of Iceland, Reykjavík
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0.6 miN
Charming, historic cathedral from 1796
Reykjavík Cathedral, Reykjavík
16 min walk • Reykjavík Cathedral, also known as Dómkirkjan í Reykjavík, stands as a serene and historical place of worship in the heart of Iceland's capital. This church, with its elegant and understated design, is an integral part of the city's spiritual and cultural heritage.
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Neo-Gothic cathedral built in 1929
Landakotskirkja, Reykjavík
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Modern city hall and visitor's center
City Hall, Reykjavík
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Lutheran church consecrated in 1903
Fríkirkjan í Reykjavík, Reykjavík
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Reykjavík, Fríkirkjan í Reykjavík stands as a serene emblem of spiritual life in Iceland's bustling capital. This charming church, distinct with its white and green façade, offers a tranquil refuge from the city's modernity.
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Lækjargata, Reykjavík
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vatnsmýrin Nature Reserve?

Nearby attractions include Nordic House, Reykjavík (3 min walk), University of Iceland, Reykjavík (5 min walk), Hljómskálagarðurinn, Reykjavík (6 min walk), Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies, Reykjavík (7 min walk).

How to get to Vatnsmýrin Nature Reserve by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vatnsmýrin Nature Reserve:

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Íslensk Erfðagreining • Lines: 15 (5 min walk)
Háskóli Íslands • Lines: 1, 12, 3, 55, 6 (7 min walk)