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Stútur

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64.0131°N, 19.0407°W · South Coast

Plan your visit

Getting there
Road F224 (Landmannalaugar)
Off the main road
19.8 km from Route 26
Nearest town
Kirkjubæjarklaustur — 55 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
142 km in a straight line
What else is close
365 mapped places within 20 km
Good to know
Reached on an F-road. Icelandic law requires a 4WD vehicle on F-roads, and they open only for the summer season — check the current status before setting out.

Stútur weather and conditions

Last updated

2°Cclear · feels -4°C8 m/sgusts 119 h 52 mdaylight · 08:06 – 17:57
In season now · Winter in IcelandSolheimajokull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hikefrom 31.381 ISK · 4 hAll 1,648 tours

Photos & videos

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Nearby

Fuel

  1. 1Hrauneyjar24 km · 315.8 kr/L
  2. 2Kirkjubæjarklaustur55 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Árnes59 km · 310.9 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Gvendarkjör55 km
  2. 2Krambúð64 km
  3. 3Krónan65 km
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Frequently
asked
questions

Is it safe to visit Stútur?
Stútur 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 Stútur?
Stútur is in South Coast. 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 Stútur?
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 Stútur?
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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