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⚠ Eruption information
On July 10th 2023 a new eruption started by Mt. Litli-Hrútur near Mt. Fagradalsfjall in Reykjanes peninsula. The eruption lasted 4 weeks and is not eruption now. However, it is essential to travel with great care and follow instructions when visiting the site. See updated news here.

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  • Hiking and camping at Litli Hrútur Volcano with Harmen Hoek

    In July of 2023, the renowned explorer and filmmaker, Harmen Hoek, embarked on a captivating five-day expedition through the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula. Serendipitously, the Litli Hrútur eruption had recently commenced, …
  • An updated hazard map for the eruption site

    New hazard map for the eruption site

    The Icelandic MET office has published a new and updated hazard map
  • Image: H0rdur

    The eruption is over for now

    The authorities have officially declared this eruption over
  • Image: H0rdur

    All hiking trails open today

    All hiking trails from the south of the peninsula are open (road no. 427). See map. No trails from the north are open. That includes Keilir. All hiking trails will be closed at 6 pm today. It is being done for security reasons. While the eruption …

Events

The towns

Gardur

Gardur

Outdoor enthusiasts should not miss out on the chance of visiting the town of Garður if they are traveling through the Reykjanes peninsula.On Garðskag
Grindavik

Grindavik

Grindavík, a family-oriented village, is one of the nations strongest fishing industry townships, and home to well established processing plants and a
Hafnir

Hafnir

The town Hafnir owns the second most land in the Reykjanes peninsula and takes its name from two large farms Sandhöfn and Kirkjuhöfn which are now des
Reykjanesbaer

Reykjanesbaer

The Town of Reykjanes is a young and vibrant rapidly growing town on Reykjanes peninsula. There has been a significant increase in number of citizens
Sandgerdi

Sandgerdi

Sandgerði is one of the country's major fishing communities. Rich fishing-grounds are found just off the coast of Sandgerði. There are interesting thi
Suðurnesjabær

Suðurnesjabær

On June 10th, 2018, a new municipality, Suðurnesjabær was created from the merger of Sandgerði and Garður. Residents voted on their new town’s name an
Vogar

Vogar

In the Town of Vogar you will find various services and can enjoy a walk along the sea, watch the birdlife by Vogatjörn pond and the monument Íslands

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