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    Geothermal and volcanic activity is extremely pronounced throughout Iceland. This can include not only the volcanoes and hot springs scattered around the island, but also places whose unique scenery resembles the surface of another planet.

    Areas full of boiling, erupting geysers, bubbling mud, smoking fumaroles and the ever-present smell of sulfur. These places offer amazing sights and fascinating experiences. Learn more about the effects of volcanism on the island and explore the most interesting geothermal spots on the map of Iceland with our articles.

    Top geothermal areas to visit in Iceland

    Námafjall Hverir – a Geothermal Science Fiction Landscape

    Namafjall Hverir is a colorful and bubbling geothermal area in the Myvatn region. Landscapes from another world When you enter the Hverir area, you will be transported to…

    Stunning Effects of Iceland’s Volcanism

    For geologists, an active volcano is one that has had at least one eruption in the last 10,000 years. But in Iceland we even observe ones that had…

    Kerlingarfjoll – Steaming Colorful Mountains

    Kerlingarfjoll (Kerlingarfjöll) is a real gem for all nature and outdoor enthusiasts. In this article: Colorful steaming mountains The picturesque geothermal area of Hveradalir Genesis of the Kerlingarfjoll…

    Strokkur – the Most Visited Active Geyser in Iceland

    Strokkur is the most visited active geyser in Iceland and one of the three main attractions, along with Gullfoss Waterfall and Þingvellir National Park on the famed Golden…

    Storagja – a Rock Crevice Filled With Water

    Storagja (Stóragjá) is a little-known fissure located in the town of Reykjahlíð, on Lake Mývatn in northern Iceland. Inside is a cave filled with naturally heated geothermal water.…

    Myvatn – an Unusual Lake Among Volcanoes

    Mývatn is a beautiful lake with many small islands located in the north of Iceland, about 80 km east of the country's second largest city, Akureyri. The lake…

    Hveravellir – a Refuge Among Hot Springs

    Hveravellir (freely translated, the name simply means 'hot springs') is a beautiful intimate geothermal area located in the central part of Iceland, not far from Road 35. Hveravellir…

    Geysir – the Godfather of All Geysers in the World

    Geysir is a famous hot spring in the geothermal area of the Haukadalur Valley, located in southwest Iceland. It is one of the attractions on the famous Golden…

    Deildartunguhver – the Highest Hot Spring in Europe

    Deildartunguhver is a hot spring in Reykholtsdalur, the western region of Iceland, north of Reykjavik. It is the world's strongest hot spring! The world's strongest hot spring Deildartunguhver…

    Krafla – a Huge Volcano Near Myvatn

    Krafla is one of the most striking and active volcanoes in Iceland. Its energy feeds the largest geothermal power plant in the country. In this article: Krafla volcano…