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Evacuation siren test in Grindavík and Svartsengi postponed

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:49:00 +0000

The evacuation siren test in Grindavík and Svartsengi will not take place on New Year’s Eve as previously planned.

Weather Warning: Hiking to Mt. Fagradalsfjall not recommended in the next 48 hours

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:39:00 +0000

A yellow weather warning has been issued for the area, and warnings have been issued against travel or hiking in the mountains.

Winter Conditions on the Hiking Trails – Proceed with Caution

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 16:33:00 +0000

Winter has arrived, and the first snow has fallen in the mountains on the Reykjanes Peninsula.

No ongoing eruption in Reykjanes today

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 11:45:00 +0000

There is currently no ongoing eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula. The volcanic eruption that started on the 16th of July 2025 ended on the 5th of August 2025. This eruption was the 12th one since the eruptions began in March 2021, and the 9th one in the current location.

No ongoing eruption today

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 11:45:00 +0000

There is currently no ongoing eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula. The volcanic eruption that started on the 16th of July ended on the 5th of August. This eruption was the 12th one since the eruptions began in March 2021, and the 9th one in the current location.

Hiking to the Eruption Site in Sundhnúksgígar: What You Need to Know

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:22:00 +0000

If you're planning to visit the Reykjanes Peninsula and want to experience the dramatic beauty of Iceland's volcanic landscapes, a hike to the Sundhnúksgígar eruption site has become a popular activity.

Evacuation Sirens in Svartsengi and Grindavík

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 10:58:00 +0000

Information on the function of the evacuation sirens in Reykjanes region.

Eruption at the Sundhnúkur Crater Row

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:50:00 +0000

Updates on the eruption and access. 1st August 2025 at 11.00 am.

Eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 08:13:00 +0000

The eruption that began on April 1st 2025 has come to a quick end, lasting just a short few hours. This was the eleventh eruption in the past 4-years, and the eighth in the past 16 months. There are still signs of a possible further eruption, so the area remains closed with some closures set up in the surrounding area.

The eruption is over for now

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 10:47:00 +0000

There is currently no ongoing eruption. The eruption that began in Reykjanes on the evening of August 22 ended on the 6th of September. This eruption was the 9th one since the eruptions began in March 2021, and the 6th one in the current location. The eruption area is closed to visitors. Follow any updated news here.

Updates regarding checkpoints and openings due to ongoing eruption

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 11:37:00 +0000

The police chief has reduced the containment area due to the ongoing volcanic eruption at Sundhnúkagígar.

Is Iceland safe to visit after the most recent volcano eruptions?

Sat, 24 Aug 2024 11:38:00 +0000

When volcanic activity first kicked off on the Reykjanes peninsula a few years ago, it came as a bit of a surprise. After all, the area hadn’t experienced an eruption for something like eight centuries. Over the past three years, volcanic activity has increased and subsided several times. The most recent phase began in late 2023 and has been ongoing on and off ever since. These eruptions have had a significant impact on the town of Grindavik in the south of the Reykjanes peninsula and also periodically, to the Blue Lagoon in the middle. So what effect, if any, will this have on your travel plans?

A new eruption has begun

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 21:46:00 +0000

An eruption has started in Reykjanes and remaining Grindavik residents have been evacuated.

Eruption viewing platform now available

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 11:04:00 +0000

Recently a small viewing platform was set up on Grindavikurvegur, by the start of the new road that leads to the Blue Lagoon.

A new eruption likely

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 14:06:00 +0000

According to the latest Met Office data, Magma continues accumulating under Svartsengi. A magma run or a volcanic eruption is expected in the next two to three weeks.

Original road to Blue Lagoon reopened

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 11:03:00 +0000

Grindavikurvegur has been reopened for access to the Blue Lagoon - however, access to Grindavik remains closed.

Recent eruption has stopped

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 08:53:00 +0000

The recent eruption that began on May 29th, came to an end.

Updates Regarding Ongoing Eruption and Accessibility

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:40:00 +0000

Stay up to date on the latest information - we answer your frequently asked questions below.

Mt. Fagradalsfjall Hiking Trail Is Now Open

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:49:00 +0000

The road closures have now been moved, allowing access to the Mt. Fagradalsfjall hiking trail, as well as many other natural highlights.

Blue Lagoon Reopens

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:04:00 +0000

All Blue Lagoon facilities are open again as of today (June 11th 2024).