Þórsmörk Essentials
Þórsmörk is a glacial valley in the southern Icelandic highlands, enclosed by the Eyjafjallajökull, Mýrdalsjökull, and Tindfjallajökull glaciers. This region features the Krossá river, native birch forests, and the dramatic Stakkholtsgjá canyon. It serves as the terminus for the 55-kilometer Laugavegur trail and the Fimmvörðuháls pass. The landscape contains a diverse mix of black volcanic sands, green moss-covered ridges, and active volcanic systems including the subglacial Katla and the infamous Eyjafjallajökull.
A Seljalandsfoss
Waterfall with a 60-meter vertical drop featuring a unique pathway that allows walking behind the cascade.
B Skogafoss
Spectacular waterfall approximately 60 meters high and 25 meters wide, featuring powerful cascades that often produce rainbows and panoramic views from the top.
C Gljufrabui
A 40-meter waterfall partially hidden within a short canyon, accessible by trail and staircase.
D Eyjafjallajökul
Eyjafjallajökull, sometimes referred to by the numeronym E15, is one of the smaller ice caps of Iceland, north of Skógar and west of…
E Laugavegur Hiking Trail
The 34 mile long hike starts in Skogar village and ends at Thórsmörk.
F Hekla
Hekla, or Hecla, is an active stratovolcano in the south of Iceland with a height of 1,491 m.
G Landmannalaugar
Geothermal area in the Fjallabak Nature Reserve known for its multicolored rhyolite mountains and natural hot springs. It serves as the northern starting point for the Laugavegur hiking trail and features a mountain hut and campsite.
H Mýrdalsjökull Glacier
Fourth largest Icelandic glacier, with an ice cape covering a volcano.
I Katla Volcano
Katla is an active volcano in southern Iceland. This particular volcano has been very active historically with at least twenty documented…
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