Grímsnes

#96 among destinations in Iceland

Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano

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Grímsnes is a fissure or crater row volcanic system located in South Iceland, a relatively small volcanic system located SE of Thingvallavatn lake east of an en echelon group of volcanic fields extending across the Reykjanes Peninsula. The elevation at its apex is 214 meters. Tephrochronology approximates the volcano's last eruption as 3500 BC. ()

Alternative names: Last eruption: 3500 B.C.E.Elevation: 702 ftCoordinates: 64°1'60"N, 20°52'0"W

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SuðurlandIceland

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

Nearby attractions include: Kerið, Úlfljótsvatn Lake.

0.7 miNW
Natural attraction, Body of water, Park
Kerið, Selfoss
19 min walk • Kerið is a striking volcanic crater located near the town of Selfoss, in the southern part of Iceland. This geological wonder is part of the country's famed Golden Circle route, and it is a testament to Iceland's volcanic history.
7.3 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Úlfljótsvatn Lake
187 min walk • Úlfljótsvatn is a lake in southern Iceland, to the south of lake Þingvallavatn, 74km east of Reykjavík. Úlfljótsvatn is named after Úlfljótr, an important man who was involved in the Alþingi in 930.

Grímsnes

Facts and practical information

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

Kerið, Selfoss

Úlfljótsvatn Lake