Hverfjall
Hverfjall / Hverfell
A giant tuff cone about 1 km across. Walking around the crater rim from the top gives views over all of Lake Mývatn.
Hverfjall formed in an eruption about 2,500 years ago and is one of the largest tuff cones in the world. The crater is about 1 km across and about 140 m deep. A steep trail from the north parking lot takes about 20 to 30 minutes to reach the summit, and walking around the rim takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. On clear days, you can see Lake Mývatn, Dimmuborgir, and Krafla in the distance. Entry is free. The slopes are loose volcanic gravel, so wear non-slip shoes, and be careful in strong winds.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Grjótagjá
- Dimmuborgir
- Mývatn Nature Baths
- Vogafjós Farm Resort
- Hverir (Námaskarð)
- Höfði
- Lake Mývatn
- Leirhnjúkur