Weather Warning: Hiking to Mt. Fagradalsfjall not recommended in the next 48 hours
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
Winter has arrived, and the first snow has fallen in the mountains on the Reykjanes Peninsula.
No ongoing eruption in Reykjanes today
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.
No ongoing eruption today
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
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
Information on the function of the evacuation sirens in Reykjanes region.
Eruption at the Sundhnúkur Crater Row
Updates on the eruption and access. 1st August 2025 at 11.00 am.
Eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula
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.
Experience unmatched luxury at the new KEF SPA & Fitness
Nestled in the heart of Reykjanesbær, just five minutes from Keflavík International Airport, KEF SPA & Fitness is Iceland's newest luxury spa destination. Designed for ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation, KEF SPA is the perfect way to begin or conclude your Icelandic adventure.
Why Reykjanes is the ideal location to see the 2026 Solar Eclipse
Iceland eagerly awaits a total eclipse of the sun which is due to pass overhead on 12th August 2026. Though it’s still a long way off, if you’re keen to experience this rare phenomenon on Icelandic soil, it’s wise to make plans early. August is already peak season in Iceland and if demand for flights and accommodation could potentially be higher than usual either side of the eclipse, then making your arrangements ahead of others could be beneficial to your wallet. But before you do, let’s take a look at where the path of totality will track and consider why Reykjanes is the ideal location to see the 2026 solar eclipse.