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Rauðibotn Crater
Sight · Highlands
A vividly red volcanic crater formed during the Eldgjá eruption, its rusty slopes contrasting with green moss and a striking crater rim (unverified).
AccessRequires 4x4 on F-road in the highlands; no facilities; accessible only in summer months
GPS64.0333, -18.2833
Local tip: Visit on a clear day for the best color contrast, and combine with other highland craters accessible from the same F-road route.
Near Rauðibotn Crater
- Food: Systrakaffi (29 km)
- Stay: Magma Hotel (31 km)
- Fuel: Olís Kirkjubæjarklaustur (29 km)
- Restrooms: Kirkjubæjarklaustur (29 km)
- Campsite: Hólaskjól (13 km)
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