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Torfajökull

#77 among destinations in Iceland

Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Torfajökull
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Torfajökull

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

SuðurlandIceland

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Laugavegur, Bláhnjúkur, Brennisteinsalda.

  • laugavegur landmannalaugar6.1 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...

  • blahnjukur landmannalaugar5.1 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.

  • brennisteinsalda landmannalaugar4.5 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.

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