Grindavík to reopen
As of October 2024, Grindavík is reopen to the public on Monday, October 21. Emergency personnel and the incident management team will maintain their current operations, with electronic monitoring of traffic in and out of the town to ensure safety in case of evacuation. The decision to reopen is based on an ongoing risk assessment, which is regularly reviewed.
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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Grindavík to reopen
Grindavík will reopen to the public on Monday, October 21, according to an announcement made during a meeting of the emergency management committee. Emergency personnel and the incident management team will maintain their current operations, with el… -
New Photography Book about Reykjanes
Reykjanes II is a stunning new photography book created in collaboration between the Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark, Visit Reykjanes and photographer Þráinn Kolbeinsson. The book features images of recent volcanic eruptions alongside new photographs… -
The Ultimate Guide to Winter Photography on the Reykjanes Peninsula
Whether you’re already an experienced photographer or just keen to get some souvenir pictures frm your trip, winter is a great time to be in Iceland. The good news is that there are some breathtaking locations within a short drive of the airport. Let’s take a look at the possibilities with our ultimate guide to winter photography on the Reykjanes peninsula. -
Event marking 1-year anniversary of Grindavik evacuation held
Yesterday marked 1-year since the town of Grindavik was evacuated. To mark the occasion, a special event was held in the Church of Grindavik where guests included previous and current residents, as well as Halla Tómasdóttir, the President of Iceland.
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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