Fagradalsfjall Volcano
Fagradalsfjall
A newly active volcanic area that has erupted repeatedly since 2021, where you can hike across fresh lava fields still steaming and experience the making of the Earth up close.
Fagradalsfjall lies in the middle of the Reykjanes Peninsula. It fell silent for about 800 years before erupting in 2021, and in 2022 and 2023 it erupted again in a nearby valley, leaving vast fields of fresh black lava. Visitors can hike from the parking area along marked trails for about one to two hours to reach a viewing ridge overlooking the new crater and lava. Since late 2023, the Sundhnúkur craters north of nearby Grindavík have erupted several times, and some roads and areas are temporarily closed. Before setting out, check safetravel.is and the Icelandic Met Office notices, wear windproof and waterproof gear, and never step onto the new lava.
Opening hours
Open all day, subject to volcanic activity and official restrictions
Nearby sights
- Blue Lagoon
- Krýsuvík – Seltún Geothermal Area
- Kleifarvatn
- Grótta Lighthouse
- Sky Lagoon
- National Museum of Iceland
- Bridge Between Continents
- Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach