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Saxhóll Crater
Sight · West Iceland & Snæfellsnes
An easy-to-climb volcanic crater near Hellissandur, with a metal staircase to the rim and wide views over the lava fields.
AccessFree · parking at the base
GPS64.8505, -23.9290
Local tip: The staircase takes about 10–15 minutes each way. It can be very windy at the top, so hold on to your hat.
Near Saxhóll Crater
- Food: Fjöruhúsið Café (17 km)
- Stay: Hótel Búðir (26 km)
- Fuel: Olís Arnarstapi (17 km)
- Restrooms: Arnarstapi Harbour (17 km)
- Campsite: Hellissandur Campsite (5 km)
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