Hekla

Hekla, or Hecla, is an active stratovolcano in the south of Iceland with a height of 1,491 m (4,892 ft). Hekla is one of Iceland's most active volcanoes; over 20 eruptions have occurred in and around the volcano since the year 1210.

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

Hekla is one of Iceland's most active volcanoes; over 20 eruptions have occurred in and around the volcano since the year 1210. During the Middle Ages, the Icelandic Norse called the volcano the "Gateway to Hell" and the idea spread over much of Europe..

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