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Hreðavatn (Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈr̥ɛːðaˌvahtn̥] ) is a lake in the west of Iceland. It is situated near Route 1 (the Ring Road) between Borgarnes and the pass of Holtavörtuheiði. Nearby is the university faculty of Bifröst and the Grábrók craters as well as the mountain Baula.
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| Coordinates | 64°45′N 21°36′W / 64.750°N 21.600°W |
| Basin countries | Iceland |
| Max. length | 5 km (3.1 mi) |
| Surface area | 1.14 km2 (0.44 sq mi) |
| Max. depth | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Surface elevation | 56 m (184 ft) |
The surface of the lake is 1.14 km2, it lies 56 m above sea level, its length is about 5 km and its greatest depth 20 m. It is embedded in a scenic landscape of heath and small forest plantations.