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⚠ Eruption information
On July 10th 2023 a new eruption started by Mt. Litli-Hrútur near Mt. Fagradalsfjall in Reykjanes peninsula. This eruption continued for a period of four weeks but has since ceased. Nevertheless, it is essential to travel with great care and follow instructions when visiting the site. See updated news here.

Experience

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Destinations to Consider

Reykjanes travel blog

  • The road towards Reykjanesviti and Gunnuhver open

    All roads leading towards Grindavik are still closed. However, the road no. 425 has partly been opened
  • All routes to Grindavík (43, 427 and 425) are closed.

    Today's update from Reykjanes peninsula

    There is no volcanic activity at the current time. Seismic activity in the peninsula has been developing rapidly and an Emergency/Distress Phase is still activated. The seismic activity is located in the southern part of the Reykjanes peninsula. Eart…
  • Drone ban near Grindavík

    The Icelandic Transport Authorities have issued a ban using drones over Grindavik
  • Limited access to sites within Reykjanes Geopark

    Due to the development of the seismic activity in Reykjanes peninsula, some sites can not be accessed.

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

Practical Information

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