Fjallabak Nature Reserve

Mountains in Fjallabak Nature Reserve

Icelandic Peaks and Mountains

This collection features the volcanic summits of the Fjallabak Nature Reserve in Iceland's southern highlands. The area is defined by its diverse geology, ranging from the obsidian fields of Hrafntinnusker to the colorful rhyolite slopes of Brennisteinsalda and the blue-grey ash of Bláhnúkur. These peaks provide vantage points over the Torfajökull caldera, geothermal valleys, and the Laugavegur trekking route, showcasing the unique mineral compositions and volcanic activity of the Icelandic interior.

Icelandic Peaks and Mountains — Map

A

Kirkjufell

Palagonite mountain located near the Eldgjá volcanic fissure in the southern highlands.

B

Bláhnúkur

Rhyolite mountain known for its distinct blue-grey color. The summit offers panoramic views of the Landmannalaugar valley and five different glaciers.

C

Hrafntinnusker

Volcanic peak known for its dense deposits of black obsidian glass and active geothermal steam vents along the Laugavegur trail.

D

Reykjakollur

Rhyolite peak located within the Landmannalaugar geothermal area.

E

Símonarsker

Small peak situated in the obsidian-rich landscape near Hrafntinnusker.

F

Stöðull

Mountain peak in the southern highlands of the Fjallabak Nature Reserve.

G

Sauðanef

Mountain peak located in the rugged Fjallabak interior.

H

Hellan

Peak in the volcanic highlands of South Iceland.

I

Skalli

High rhyolite plateau reaching 1,027 meters, offering expansive views over the Vondugil canyon and Landmannalaugar.

J

Hattur

Distinctive peak located north of the Torfajökull glacier in the southern highlands.

K

Brennisteinsalda

Colorful rhyolite volcano featuring active sulfur vents, iron-stained rocks, and green moss-covered slopes.

L

Reykjaföll

Group of rhyolite mountains located south of the Landmannalaugar base camp.

M

Sátubarn

Small peak located near the larger Sata mountain in the Fjallabak region.

N

Norðurnámur

Rhyolite mountain providing a vantage point over the Frostastaðavatn lake and the Laugahraun lava field.

O

Litlhöfði

Small peak situated near the banks of the Tungnaá river.

P

Norðurbarmur

Part of the volcanic mountain rim system surrounding the Landmannalaugar area.

Q

Stórhöfði

Prominent peak in the Fjallabak Nature Reserve, located near the Tungnaá river.

R

Háalda

High summit reaching 1,128 meters, offering panoramic views of the Torfajökull caldera and the surrounding highland desert.

S

Herbjarnarfell

Volcanic mountain located in the northern reaches of the Fjallabak Nature Reserve.

T

Fitjafell

Peak located in the highland region west of the Landmannalaugar geothermal area.

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