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Seltún – Krýsuvík

Iceland

Rating 4.5 /5
Martin & Tina
Opening hours

Open nonstop

Time requirement

Less than 1 hour

Difficulty

Low difficulty

Parking

Dedicated parking lot • More

Food & drinks

Not available

Kids

Kids friendly

Dogs

Not suitable for dogs

Drone

Possible to fly a drone

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Place description

Seltún in the Krýsuvík area, located on the Reykjanes Peninsula in southwest Iceland approximately 40 km from Reykjavik, is a geothermal area known for its thermal springs, geysers and unique volcanic landscape. The area is very accessible, with hiking trails leading right from the car park, allowing you to walk around and explore the place properly. It’s a photographer’s paradise – you’ll see vibrant sulphur yellows and various shades of orange. Watch out for the fumes and stick to the trails, the ground temperature can be up to around 80-100°C.

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Tips for accommodation in the area

Harbour View Cottages

Grindavík • $$

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Krásné chatičky v Grindavíku, městu proslulém bohužel kvůli evakuacím při sopečných erupcích z několika předešlých let.

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Seltún – Krýsuvík is one of the places and trip tips in Iceland. The detail page covers essentials like opening hours, terrain difficulty and our rating. Part of the Retkee collection of trusted tips for experienced travelers.

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