June 30, 2023

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Day 6 : Hvammastangi to Reykjavik

Our morning plan..

Hike to Grábrók Volcano Crater
Borgarfjörður
Deildartunguhver hot spring
Barnafoss waterfall
Hraunfossar waterfalls
Snorralaug hot spring
Reykholt

Breakfast pick up from a store. They have lot of food varieties hot and cold.

Grábrók Volcano Crater

Grábrók is a small volcanic crater located in West Iceland. It was formed in a volcanic eruption over 3,000 years ago and stands at 170 meters tall. You can take a short hike up to the top of the crater for stunning views of the surrounding lava fields and mountains. Grábrók is a popular attraction for tourists visiting the region and is known for its unique geological features.

Deildartunguhver hot spring

Deildartunguhver is a hot spring located in western Iceland, near the town of Reykholt. It is the largest hot spring in Europe in terms of water flow and produces around 180 liters of boiling water per second. The water from Deildartunguhver is piped to heat nearby towns and villages, making it an important source of geothermal energy for the region. The hot spring is also known for its beautiful steam vents and bubbling pools, and is a popular attraction for visitors to Iceland.

Reykholt & Snorralaug hot spring

Reykholt is a historic site located in west Iceland, known for its connections to the famous medieval writer and chieftain Snorri Sturluson. Snorri lived in Reykholt during the 13th century and wrote some of his most notable works here, including the Prose Edda and the Heimskringla. Today, visitors can explore the ruins of Snorri’s farmstead and visit the Snorrastofa cultural and research center to learn more about his life and legacy. Reykholt is also home to a geothermal pool called Snorralaug, which is believed to have been used by Snorri himself.

Hraunfossar

Hraunfossar is a series of waterfalls located in western Iceland, near the town of Borgarnes. The waterfalls are unique in that they flow directly out of the Hallmundarhraun lava field, creating a beautiful and picturesque display of cascading water. The name Hraunfossar translates to “lava falls” in Icelandic. The falls are a popular tourist attraction and are easily accessible via a walking path and observation platform.

Barnafoss

Barnafossar, also known as the Children’s Waterfall, is a series of rapids located in western Iceland, close to the village of Reykholt. The waterfall is known for its vivid blue color and its unique formation, which consists of a series of small waterfalls that flow through narrow rocky channels. According to Icelandic folklore, the waterfall is named after two children who fell into the rapids and drowned. The waterfall is easily accessible by car and has a parking lot nearby.

Lunch at Reykholt

Tomoto soup and food is really tasty here.

Afternoon plan is to checkout the one and only Kirkjufell, where lot of movies are shot. Then drive back to Reykjavik. There are many things to do in Snæfellsnes national park and peninsula. You pick whatever you want to do based on the time. Black church, arch, and hike through a narrow creek etc.,

Snæfellsnes Peninsula – Snæfellsnes National Park

Snæfellsjökull Glacier
Kirkjufell Mountain
Búðir
Búðarkirkja black church
Arnarstapi
Hellnar
Gatklettur
Lóndrangar
Djúpalónssandur

Kirkjufell and Kirkjufellsfoss

Our first stop was Kirkjufell. When we got there it was started raining heavily. With in 3 mins, rain is gone and we were able to explore. By the time we are done rain is back. So be prepared with jackets and water proof shoes. Rain or Shrine go and explore.