Hverfjall has a large, circular explosion crater, about 140 metres deep and with a diameter of 1,000 metres.

Hverfjall is one of Iceland's most beautiful and symmetrical explosion craters, besides being one of the largest of its kind in the world.

It is estimated that the crater was created during a volcanic explosion and its likely around 2800 - 2900 years old.

• Destination

  North Iceland

• Country

  Iceland

• Type of experience

  Nature

• Best time to visit

  • Spring
  • Autumn
  • Summer

• Nearby stations

  • Grímsey Airport
  • Siglufjörður Airport
  • Akureyri Airport