Tungnafellsjökull

The Tungnafellsjökull glacier extends across an elevation of 1535 meters, featuring expansive ice formations and volcanic terrain underneath its surface.

The glacier has formed during the Pleistocene period, with its volcanic system producing substantial lava flows over the past 4,500 years.

Scientists and researchers from various countries travel to this location to study the interaction between glacial movements and volcanic activities.

Access to the glacier requires specialized vehicles and expert guidance due to the challenging terrain and changing weather conditions in the area.

Two distinct calderas exist within the system, with the western part covered by ice while the eastern section maintains geothermal activity.

Location: Þingeyjarsveit

Elevation above the sea: 1,535 m

GPS coordinates: 64.73000,-17.92000

Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:38