Hvannadalshnjúkur
Top 1 in Top 10 Highest Mountains in Iceland
The southern half of Vatnajökull is known as rfajökull, and it is here that you will discover Iceland's tallest peak, Hvannadalshnjkur, a pyramidal peak that stands 2,110 meters (6,920 feet) above sea level. rfajökull is an active volcano that has erupted twice in recorded history, in 1362 and 1727.
The first eruption was an explosive one that turned the surrounding area into a wasteland, from which the glacier got its name. The later eruption lasted a whole year and filled the air with ash, so there was no way to tell night from the day at the beginning stages of the eruption. Standing on top of Iceland’s highest peak is understandably an experience that many dreams of and luckily it does not require mountaineering experience. The hike does take 10-15 hours and is quite strenuous, so it does require potential climbers to be in the decent shape of mind and body. Several tour operators offer regular guided hikes to the peak.
Height: 2,110 meters (6,920 ft)
Location: Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland
