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Brennisteinsfjöll

Reykjavík Area, Iceland621 m
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Brennisteinsfjöll

Reykjavík Area, Iceland621 m

About

Brennisteinsfjöll is a minor volcanic system, with crater rows and small shield volcanoes on the Reykjanes Peninsula in southwest Iceland. .

You can feel the heat in some spots. A reminder that Iceland sits on one of Earth's most active volcanic zones.

Follow marked paths in active geothermal areas. The ground can be unstable or concealing scalding water beneath a thin crust.

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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Brennisteinsfjöll

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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20 km·~24 min drive

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#3.Selásfoss
20 km·~24 min drive

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#4.Kermóafossar
20 km·~25 min drive

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4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður
13 km·~15 min drive

Geothermal Area located in the sulphur area Krýsuvík in Iceland

#2.Natural hot pot near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður
16 km·~19 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Kópavogsbær
18 km·~22 min drive

Natural hot spring. Real Iceland experience. Best with few people.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Garðabær
18 km·~22 min drive

Natural hot spring. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Respect the nature around…

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.T-bær
12 km·~15 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#2.Gata Free Camping
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#3.Viðistaðatúni
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Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

#4.Hafnarfjörður
18 km·~21 min drive

The camp site in Hafnarfjordur is in a large area called Vidistaðatun close to the center…

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan
15 km·~18 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus
16 km·~19 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Nettó
16 km·~19 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#4.Krambúð
17 km·~21 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Einhella
15 km·~18 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Norðurhella
15 km·~18 min drive

N1 · 279.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Suðurhella
15 km·~18 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Ásvellir
16 km·~19 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjavík Area

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near Reykjavík Area

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Is it safe to visit Brennisteinsfjöll?
Brennisteinsfjöll is not currently erupting, and the surrounding area is generally safe to visit on marked trails. Volcanic and geothermal ground can still be unstable or hide gas — stay on the path, and check safetravel.is for any local closures before you drive.
How do I get to Brennisteinsfjöll?
Brennisteinsfjöll is in Reykjavík Area. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland access often needs a 4×4 and some routes only open in summer.
Can I hike Brennisteinsfjöll?
It depends on the volcano and current activity. Some Icelandic cones have short marked trails to the rim; others sit under glaciers or in closed areas and cannot be climbed without a guide. Never approach an active eruption unless the official viewing area is open — conditions change fast.
What should I know about volcanic gas near Brennisteinsfjöll?
Volcanic and geothermal areas can release sulphur dioxide and hydrogen sulphide, which are toxic in high concentrations and collect in low-lying spots. Stay on marked paths, leave immediately if you smell strong sulphur or feel unwell, and check the Met Office gas forecasts during any eruption.

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