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Eldhraun Lava Field

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Eldhraun Lava Field

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  • Location: Skaftárhreppur, Iceland

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    November 7, 2024

    Hiking

    A large moss-covered lava area that can be explored on a small circular path from the parking lot. Really worthwhile. Please stay on the path.
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    September 21, 2022

    Hiking

    A huge lava field covered with moss. Please do not step on or damage it, the moss needs several years to compensate for the damage. At the parking lot, a small circular path leads through this impressive landscape.
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    August 26, 2024

    Cycling

    Here, a large volcanic eruption in 1783 filled a huge plain with lava. This is now overgrown with 10 to 30 cm thick moss. It is not allowed to walk on the moss layer.
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    Elevation 140 m

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    Location: Skaftárhreppur, Iceland

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