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Svartsengi

Reykjanes Peninsula, IcelandDormant243 m

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VolcanoReykjanes Peninsula

Svartsengi

Reykjanes Peninsula, IcelandDormant243 m

About

Eldvörp–Svartsengi ; "fire cones–black meadow" in Icelandic also Svartsengi volcanic system) is a volcanic system in the southwest of Iceland on the Southern Peninsula, southeast of Keflavík International Airport and north of the town of Grindavík.

The landscape around volcanic areas looks stark. Black rock, steam vents, the smell of sulfur. Another planet.

The terrain can be sharp and uneven. Good hiking boots aren't optional, they're essential.

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Svartsengi is in the Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland at 63.8777°N, 22.4482°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Elevation: 243 m above sea level
Getting there: Road 426 (Norðurljósavegur 7-9)
Off the main road: 0.8 km from Route 43
Nearest town: Grindavík — 4.1 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 39 km in a straight line
What else is close: 299 mapped places within 20 km

Svartsengi weather and conditions

At Svartsengi in Reykjanes, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 07:15 (Iceland time): 4°C (feels like 1°C), clear, wind 1 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 39 m (sunrise 06:10, sunset 20:50). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 07:15· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

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

VW Caravelle

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

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

Tours near Svartsengi

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Small groups

Lagoons & spa

Arrival Day Private Tour - Reykjaness Day tour with Blue Lagoon

Start your Iceland journey in the most effortless way possible with a private luxury experience that combines a warm airport…

Blue Lagoon Admission

Day Trek beyond Seltun: A Vibrant Geothermal Wonderland, Mountains and Lakes

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

Photos & videos

Svartsengi — photo by Jakub Hałun · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Photo: Jakub Hałun · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Is it safe to visit Svartsengi?

Svartsengi 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 Svartsengi?

Svartsengi is in Reykjanes Peninsula. 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 Svartsengi?

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 Svartsengi?

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.

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Búrfoss

40 km·~48 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Ullarfoss

40 km·~48 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Litli-Foss

40 km·~48 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#4.Skáfossar

40 km·~48 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near Reykjanes Peninsula

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Grindavík

3.8 km·~5 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Vogar

12 km·~15 min drive

Vogar's municipal swimming pool per Visit Reykjanes — a staffed geothermal pool, not a…

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Njarðvík

13 km·~16 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Gunnuhver

13 km·~16 min drive

Iceland's largest mud spring — boiling mud pools and fumaroles on the Reykjanes…

4 hot springs near Reykjanes Peninsula

Campsites

#1.Grindavík

4 km·~5 min drive

The Grindavik camping site features all the necessary comforts and services

#2.Tjaldsvæðið í Grindavík

4 km·~5 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check for…

#3.Happy Campsite Keflavík

11 km·~13 min drive

The Happy Campsite is located only 6 min from the KEF Airport and has all the necessary…

#4.Tjaldsvæði Sandgerðis

22 km·~26 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Wild…

4 campsites near Reykjanes Peninsula

Supermarkets

#1.Nettó

3.7 km·~4 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus

12 km·~14 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Olís

12 km·~15 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan

12 km·~15 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjanes Peninsula

Gas stations

#1.Grindavík

4.2 km·~5 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Stapabraut

11 km·~13 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#3.Reykjanesbær

12 km·~14 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Vogar

12 km·~14 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjanes Peninsula

Tours

#1.Arrival Day Private Tour - Reykjaness Day tour with Blue Lagoon

10 hours

Start your Iceland journey in the most effortless way possible with a private luxury experience that combines a warm airport…

from 218.750 ISKView tour →

#2.Blue Lagoon Admission

3 hours

from 16.490 ISKView tour →

#3.Day Trek beyond Seltun: A Vibrant Geothermal Wonderland, Mountains and Lakes

7 hours

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

from 19.550 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Reykjanes Peninsula

Data & sources

Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Jakub Hałun · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
VegagerðinVisitor access & practical facts
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community