Have you ever dreamt about walking around boiling mud pits, seeing the steam coming up from the ground, and hear the power coming from the center of the Earth? The tectonic plates run through Iceland and a visit to Lake Mývatn area and the highlands will give you a great experience. Don´t forget to breathe in the refreshing sulfur smell.
Kverkfjöll
Kverkfjöll is a volcanic mountain range on the northern edge of Vatnajökull glacier and one of the most remote and fascinating destinations in the Icelandic Highlands. Named after the dramatic gorge carved by Kverkjökull glacier, the area is renowned for its striking combination of ice, fire and geothermal activity.
One of Iceland’s most active high-temperature geothermal areas is located in the western part of Kverkfjöll, where steaming vents, hot springs and colourful geothermal formations create an extraordinary landscape. The contrast between the geothermal area and the nearby glacier makes Kverkfjöll one of the country’s most unique natural environments.
The area offers a variety of hiking opportunities, including routes through rugged volcanic terrain and to viewpoints overlooking glaciers and mountain peaks. Access is by mountain roads that are generally open only during the summer months, making a visit to Kverkfjöll a true Highland adventure.
More information about the National Park is at the webpage: www.vatnajokullnationalpark.is
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Hveravellir
Hveravellir is one of Iceland’s best-known geothermal areas, located on the Kjölur highland route between North and South Iceland. Set amidst the vast wilderness of the central Highlands, the area is known for its steaming fumaroles, colourful hot springs and unique geothermal landscape.
Well-marked walking paths allow visitors to explore the geothermal area and observe the bubbling hot springs and mineral-rich formations up close. One of the highlights of a visit to Hveravellir is the natural hot pool, where travellers can relax and enjoy the surrounding Highland scenery.
Hveravellir is a popular stop along the Kjölur route and offers mountain huts, accommodation and facilities for visitors exploring the Icelandic Highlands.
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Námafjall
Námaskarð, also known as Hverir, is one of Iceland’s most remarkable geothermal areas, located just east of Lake Mývatn at the foot of Námafjall mountain. The landscape is alive with steaming fumaroles, bubbling mud pools and vibrant mineral deposits, creating a scene unlike anywhere else in the country.
Situated within the highly active volcanic zone surrounding Krafla, Námaskarð offers a fascinating glimpse into the powerful forces at work beneath the Earth’s surface. Bright shades of red, orange and yellow contrast with the dark volcanic terrain, giving the area its distinctive and otherworldly appearance.
A network of marked paths allows visitors to explore this unique geothermal landscape and experience the sights, sounds and scents of one of North Iceland’s most extraordinary natural attractions.
For safety reasons and to protect the fragile landscape, visitors must remain on designated paths at all times.
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