Eyjafjallajökull

Eyjafjallajökull

Eyjafjallajökull is a glacier in southern Iceland, the country’s fifth largest glacier, located to the west of the larger Mýrdalsjökull ice cap. Beneath its icy surface lies a 1,666-meter-high volcano that has erupted frequently since the Ice Age. This volcano erupted twice on March 20 and April 15 in 2010, with the April eruption severely disrupting air traffic across Europe. Prior to 2010, the volcano had erupted between 1821 and 1823, with earlier recorded eruptions in 1612 and 920. The crater has a diameter of about 3 to 4 kilometers, and the glacier covers an area of 100 square kilometers.

Although the volcanic eruptions beneath Eyjafjallajökull have posed certain hazards to Iceland, the promotional impact of the eruptions has been unparalleled, significantly boosting local tourism. Thrill-seeking outdoor travelers even enjoy witnessing volcanic eruptions. Once the volcano calms down, they don helmets, wear waterproof overalls, and step into boots to get up close to the lava at minus 30 degrees Celsius on the glacier — all just to witness the majestic beauty of Eyjafjallajökull and create unforgettable travel memories.

Eyjafjallajökull

Must-visit reason: Iceland’s most unique volcanic glacier

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Iceland[Iceland]

Province/State where the attraction is located: Southern Region [Suðurland Region]