Glaciers and Volcanoes
Explore the raw geological power of South Iceland, where massive ice caps meet active volcanic systems. This collection features the historic Geysir geothermal area, the namesake of all erupting hot springs, alongside the second and fourth largest glaciers in the country, Langjökull and Mýrdalsjökull. Witness the stratovolcano Hekla and the infamous Eyjafjallajökull, while visiting the Eldfell volcanic cone on Heimaey. These sites illustrate the dynamic forces of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, showcasing subglacial eruptions and vast geothermal fields.
A Geysir
Historic geothermal geyser known for its eruptions and geothermal activity within a notable hot springs area.
B Eyjafjallajökul
Eyjafjallajökull, sometimes referred to by the numeronym E15, is one of the smaller ice caps of Iceland, north of Skógar and west of…
C Hekla
Hekla, or Hecla, is an active stratovolcano in the south of Iceland with a height of 1,491 m.
D Mýrdalsjökull Glacier
Fourth largest Icelandic glacier, with an ice cape covering a volcano.
E Langjökull
Langjökull is the second largest ice cap in Iceland, after Vatnajökull.
F Katla Volcano
Katla is an active volcano in southern Iceland. This particular volcano has been very active historically with at least twenty documented…
G Eldfell
Eldfell is a volcanic cone just over 200 metres high on the Icelandic island of Heimaey.
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