Fagradalsfjall is a volcanic area on the Reykjanes peninsula, southwest of Reykjavík, that erupted in 2021 (19 March to 18 September), 2022 (3 to 21 August) and 2023 (10 July to 5 August). The marked hike starts at the P1 lot; the shortest trail is about 4 km one way, the longest about 18 to 20 km round trip. This page contains partner links: if you book, we earn a commission at no cost to you.
Highlights
The lava fields
The eruptions left new lava fields that visitors reach on marked paths over gravel, uneven ground and steep hills.
Path A (pink)
To the 2021 to 2022 eruption site, about 6 to 8 km one way, 2 to 2.5 hours.
Path C (green)
To a viewpoint at Langihryggur, about 4 km one way, with a view of the 2021 to 2023 eruptions but not the crater.
Path E (blue)
To the July 2023 eruption site near Litli-Hrútur, about 18 to 20 km round trip, 5 to 6 hours; the last 2 km cross mossy lava rock.
A guided option
The volcanoes and Blue Lagoon day trip from Reykjavík is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 799 reviews on 8 November 2026; the price depends on the date and the group. It suits a hike on the Reykjanes peninsula, which is also where the Blue Lagoon lies.
Practical info
Tips
- Walking on the lava is strictly forbidden, because the crust may be thin over hot lava; stay on the marked paths, as subsidence and sinkholes have been seen near "The bridge between continents". Gas pollution is still possible in the eruption area; levels can be checked at loftgaedi.is. Grindavík is open but the area remains hazardous because of volcanic unrest: crevasses may appear, so stay on paths and know where the exits are, since evacuation sirens sound if the threat level rises. Choose Path C for a short outing and Path E only if you can walk 5 to 6 hours; for a planned day with a car, see how to get around Iceland and the Blue Lagoon.
How to get there
The site lies on the Reykjanes peninsula, southwest of Reykjavík, and the trails start at the P1 lot. Without a car, use a guided hike from Reykjavík.
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