Búrfell

Búrfell crater rises 180 meters above sea level with dimensions of 140 meters in length and 60 meters in width near Hafnarfjörður.

The volcanic eruption that formed Búrfell occurred approximately 7,300 years ago, creating an extensive lava field that spans 18 square kilometers.

The name Búrfell translates from Icelandic to 'pantry mountain', reflecting the traditional practice of descriptive naming in Iceland.

Visitors can access the crater through marked trails from Route 408, which lead both to Búrfellsgjá and the summit.

The crater contains two notable lava tubes, Þorsteinshellir and Selgjarhellir, which display various geological formations from ancient volcanic activity.

Location: Hafnarfjörður

Elevation above the sea: 180 m

Height: 80 m

Length: 140 m

Width: 60 m

Part of: Krýsuvík

GPS coordinates: 64.03338,-21.83029

Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:45