The mountain Hafnarfjall near Borgarnes is part of the same extinguished central volcano as Skardsheidi and is also about 4 million years old.

The mountain is 844 m in height and its sides are rather eroded.

Most of the mountain consists of basalt, but on the north side there is a small crag, which is made of granofyr.

The name "flatfish" indicates its form. Let the children discover it!

On the foot of the mountain is a small forest of birch trees where the authorities of Iceland practice reforestation.

It is possible to hike up the mountain beginning near the bridge over the fjord at Borgarnes.

• Destination

  West Iceland

• Country

  Iceland

• Type of experience

  Nature

• Best time to visit

  • Spring
  • Autumn
  • Summer

• Nearby stations

  • Grundarfjörður Airport
  • Stykkishólmur Airport