Torfajökull

#77 among destinations in Iceland

Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano

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Torfajökull is a rhyolitic stratovolcano, caldera and complex of subglacial volcanoes, located north of Mýrdalsjökull and south of Þórisvatn Lake, Iceland. Torfajökull last erupted in 1477 and consists of the largest area of silicic extrusive rocks in Iceland. ()

Alternative names: Last eruption: 1477Elevation: 4131 ftCoordinates: 63°55'0"N, 19°10'0"W

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SuðurlandIceland

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Torfajökull – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Laugavegur, Bláhnjúkur, Brennisteinsalda.

6.1 miNE
Hiking, Outdoor activities, Park
Laugavegur, Landmannalaugar
155 min walk • Nestled in the rugged heart of Iceland's highlands, Laugavegur is not just a location but an experience that encapsulates the raw beauty of Landmannalaugar and its surrounding landscapes. This famous trekking route, stretching roughly 55 kilometers, is a must-visit for...
5.1 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Bláhnjúkur, Landmannalaugar
131 min walk • Bláhnjúkur is a volcano in the south of Iceland. Its height is 940 m. Its name translates to blue peak in English. This comes from the blue-black colour of its sides. The colour is due to volcanic ash and lava flows. The mountain is situated in Landmannalaugar, a natural park near Hekla. It lies next to the volcano Brennisteinsalda.
4.5 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Brennisteinsalda, Landmannalaugar
114 min walk • The Brennisteinsalda is a volcano in the south of Iceland. Its height is about 855 m. It is situated near Landmannalaugar and not far from Hekla. The name means in English: sulphur wave. It comes from the sulphur spots which have coloured its sides.

Torfajökull

Facts and practical information

Torfajökull – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Laugavegur, Landmannalaugar

Bláhnjúkur, Landmannalaugar

Brennisteinsalda, Landmannalaugar