⚠ Information regarding eruption area and Grindavik
There is currently no ongoing eruption. The eruption that started on the morning of April 1st ended just a few hours later.
This eruption was the 11th one since the eruptions began in March 2021, and the 8th one in the current location. The eruption area is currently closed to visitors, including some of the surrounding area as there are signs of a further eruption impending.
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Destinations to Consider
Brimketill
Brimketill is a small, naturally carved pool, by marine erosion, at the lava shore edge west of the town of Grindavík.
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Seltún
A must-see. Seltún is a colorful high-temperature geothermal area where you can see with your own eyes bubbling mud pots and adventure-looking fumaroles.
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Karlinn ("The Man")
is a 50-60 m high seacliff, an eroded volcanic plug, which stands high and mighty just off the coast of Valahnúkur.
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Grænavatn
Grænavatn or "Green lake" is believed to be over 6000 years old and has a very unique bright green color.
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The Church at Hvalsnes
The Church at Hvalsnes
The church is preserved and is completely built of carved stone collected from the local plentiful area of rock. All of the wood in the interior was collected from the shores nearby.
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The Lighthouse on Gardskagi
The Lighthouse on Gardskagi
See the highest lighthouse in Iceland and enjoy the beautiful view on the beach.
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Reykjanes travel blog
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Hazardous conditions at two popular tourist destinations
Due to seismic activity, hazardous conditions have developed at two popular tourist destinations on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Recently, new cracks have formed on Valahnúkur, a popular viewpoint near Reykjanestá. Valahnúkur is a tuff mountain that is … -
Eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula
The eruption that began on April 1st 2025 has come to a quick end, lasting just a short few hours. This was the eleventh eruption in the past 4-years, and the eighth in the past 16 months. There are still signs of a possible further eruption, so the area remains closed with some closures set up in the surrounding area. -
Experience unmatched luxury at the new KEF SPA & Fitness
Nestled in the heart of Reykjanesbær, just five minutes from Keflavík International Airport, KEF SPA & Fitness is Iceland's newest luxury spa destination. Designed for ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation, KEF SPA is the perfect way to begin or conclude your Icelandic adventure. -
Why Reykjanes is the ideal location to see the 2026 Solar Eclipse
Iceland eagerly awaits a total eclipse of the sun which is due to pass overhead on 12th August 2026. Though it’s still a long way off, if you’re keen to experience this rare phenomenon on Icelandic soil, it’s wise to make plans early. August is already peak season in Iceland and if demand for flights and accommodation could potentially be higher than usual either side of the eclipse, then making your arrangements ahead of others could be beneficial to your wallet. But before you do, let’s take a look at where the path of totality will track and consider why Reykjanes is the ideal location to see the 2026 solar eclipse.
Events
The towns
Gardur
Outdoor enthusiasts should not miss out on the chance of visiting the town of Garður if they are traveling through the Reykjanes peninsula.On Garðskag
Grindavik
As of October 2024, Grindavík is reopen to the public on Monday, October 21. Emergency personnel and the incident management team will maintain their
Hafnir
The town Hafnir owns the second most land in the Reykjanes peninsula and takes its name from two large farms Sandhöfn and Kirkjuhöfn which are now des
Reykjanesbaer
The Town of Reykjanes is a young and vibrant rapidly growing town on Reykjanes peninsula. There has been a significant increase in number of citizens
Sandgerdi
Sandgerði is one of the country's major fishing communities. Rich fishing-grounds are found just off the coast of Sandgerði. There are interesting thi
Suðurnesjabær
On June 10th, 2018, a new municipality, Suðurnesjabær was created from the merger of Sandgerði and Garður. Residents voted on their new town’s name an
Vogar
In the Town of Vogar you will find various services and can enjoy a walk along the sea, watch the birdlife by Vogatjörn pond and the monument Íslands
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