⚠ 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.
Destinations to Consider
Brimketill
Brimketill is a small, naturally carved pool, by marine erosion, at the lava shore edge west of the town of Grindavík.
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Seltún
A must-see. Seltún is a colorful high-temperature geothermal area where you can see with your own eyes bubbling mud pots and adventure-looking fumaroles.
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Karlinn ("The Man")
is a 50-60 m high seacliff, an eroded volcanic plug, which stands high and mighty just off the coast of Valahnúkur.
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Grænavatn
Grænavatn or "Green lake" is believed to be over 6000 years old and has a very unique bright green color.
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The Church at Hvalsnes
The Church at Hvalsnes
The church is preserved and is completely built of carved stone collected from the local plentiful area of rock. All of the wood in the interior was collected from the shores nearby.
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The Lighthouse on Gardskagi
The Lighthouse on Gardskagi
See the highest lighthouse in Iceland and enjoy the beautiful view on the beach.
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Reykjanes travel blog
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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, … -
New hazard map for the eruption site
The Icelandic MET office has published a new and updated hazard map -
The eruption is over for now
The authorities have officially declared this eruption over -
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
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
Grindavík, a family-oriented village, is one of the nations strongest fishing industry townships, and home to well established processing plants and a
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
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
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
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
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
