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Where is Myvatn located?
Northern Iceland
Lake Myvatn is found in Northern Iceland, near the Krafla volcano and along Route 1, right off the famous ring road!
Can you swim in Lake Mývatn?
There are a few all natural hot springs in the area but only one you can swim in and that one, Stóragjá, is just in Reykjahlíð. This spring is fantastic where you have to climb down a ladder to reach and the water is always crystal clear and perfect in temperature.
How do you pronounce Myvatn?
Myvatn is pronounced Mee-vat-n.
What is dimmuborgir Iceland?
In Icelandic folklore, Dimmuborgir is said to connect earth with the infernal regions. In Nordic Christian lore Dimmuborgir is believed to be the place where Satan landed when he was cast out of the heavens. There he created the catacombs of hell.
How much time do I have in Myvatn?
We went for 2-3 hours and found it much more relaxing and less commercialised than the Blue Lagoon. It is also well worth visiting Hverarond Geothermal Area (less than 15 minutes drive) – just keep your mouth closed and ignore the midges!
How deep are the Myvatn Nature Baths?
At the Myvatn Nature Baths, the water never gets extremely deep. The deepest part of the baths is just around 1.3 meters deep.
How far is Dimmuborgir from Reykjavík?
How far is it from Reykjavík to Dimmuborgir? The distance between Reykjavík and Dimmuborgir is 285 km. The road distance is 467.7 km.
How do you get to Dimmuborgir?
Dimmuborgir is located near the town of Reykjahlíð. From here, you’ll follow the Ring Road along the south shore of Lake Mývatn for about 3 miles (5 kilometers). From the road, you will see a sign directing you to Dimmuborgir. Turn here and drive approximately one mile (1.5 kilometers) before hitting the parking lot.
When did Krafla erupt?
On 20 December 1975, intense earthquake activity began in Krafla caldera, 10 km N of Lake Mývatn in N Iceland. Within half an hour a volcanic eruption had occurred, producing a minor lava flow (1:3).
Is the Diamond Circle worth it?
This area is definitely worth stopping at on your journey around the Diamond Circle. A basaltic lava eruption which took place around 2,300 years ago led to the formation of Mývatn. Drive Road 848 in a circle around the lake, and you’ll find intriguing evidence of volcanic activity.