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    Álftaversgígar

    Álftaversgígar is a protected natural phenomenon of international geological significance. An area of rootless cones (pseudocraters) formed by the Eldgjá lava flowing over wetlands in 934-940. A side road south of ring road no.1 takes you to a panoramic spot with information panels. 

    There is an easy hike along the signed sand track to Dýralækjasker geosite, a former shelter for travelers crossing the sands of Mýrdalssandur on foot or horseback before the time of automobiles. Another excellent place to experience these cones is in a farmed area at Þykkvabæjarklaustur.  

    • N63° 32' 2.620" W18° 27' 20.587"
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    Álftaversgígar

    Álftaversgígar

    Álftaversgígar is a protected natural phenomenon of international geological significance. An area of rootless cones (pseudocraters) formed by the Eld
    Þykkvabæjarklaustur

    Þykkvabæjarklaustur

    Þykkvabæjarklaustur is a present and historic church site snuggled in the Álftaver pseudo crater area. In medieval times this was the location of a ca
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    Jórvík I Jórvík I 880 Kirkjubæjarklaustur