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Krýsuvík

Reykjavík AreaDormant360 m

Map of Krýsuvík

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63.9300°N, 22.1000°W · Reykjavík Area

Plan your visit

Elevation
360 m above sea level
Getting there
Road 41 (Keilisvegur)
Off the main road
1.1 km from Route 41
Nearest town
Hafnarfjörður — 12.3 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
25 km in a straight line
What else is close
450 mapped places within 20 km

Krýsuvík weather and conditions

Last updated

5°Covercast · feels -1°C8 m/sgusts 119 h 52 mdaylight · 08:18 – 18:10
In season now · Winter in IcelandBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 minAll 1,648 tours

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Frequently
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questions

Is it safe to visit Krýsuvík?
Krýsuvík 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 Krýsuvík?
Krýsuvík 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 Krýsuvík?
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 Krýsuvík?
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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