Access around Reykjanes

Road 425  (Nesvegur) west on Reykjanes peninsula, is now open for public transport. The sites that are now accessible are Hafnaberg cliffs, the Bridge between continents, Reykjanesviti lighthouse and surroundings, Gunnuhver geothermal area, Stapar fissures, and Brimketill.                         

• Suðurstrandavegur (road 427) is closed by Fagradalsfjall P1
• Blue Lagoon has reopend  and is accessable through Grindavíkurvegur (road 43)
• All sites on the northern part of the Reykjanes peninsula are open and also east of Kleifarvatn.

Red boxes mark the closing points around Grindavík - More info here

For further information on seismic activity, local authorities and safety measures visit the following websites:

• The Icelandic MET office: Information on the seismic activity in the Reykjanes region and development of events
• The Icelandic Road Administration: Information on road conditions and closures in the Reykjanes region
• The Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management: Information site for residents on how to prepare during these events
• Safetravel: Updates on safety
• The local Police authorities: Updates from the Reykjanes local authorities