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Sólheimajökull
Sight · South Iceland & Golden Circle
Accessible outlet glacier tongue of Mýrdalsjökull with a short walk to a striking meltwater lagoon streaked with volcanic ash.
AccessFree viewpoint · flat 15–20 min walk; guided tours for on-ice hiking
GPS63.5308, -19.3667
Local tip: The viewpoint is an easy walk from the car park, but glacier hikes onto the ice require crampons and a guide for safety.
Near Sólheimajökull
- Food: Black Crust Pizzeria (22 km)
- Stay: UMI Hotel (14 km)
- Fuel: N1 Vík (22 km)
- Restrooms: Skógafoss (8 km)
- Campsite: Básar, Þórsmörk (18 km)
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