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Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant
Hellisheiði is one of the largest geothermal power plants in the world, generating electricity and hot water from underground steam and heat. The visitor centre offers interactive exhibitions about geothermal energy, Iceland's volcanic geology, and renewable power.
About Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant
Hellisheiði is one of the largest geothermal power plants in the world, generating electricity and hot water from underground steam and heat. The visitor centre offers interactive exhibitions about geothermal energy, Iceland's volcanic geology, and renewable power.
Did You Know?
- ✔One of world's largest geothermal plants
- ✔Supplies ~30% of Iceland's power
- ✔Visitor centre and guided tours
- ✔25 km from Reykjavík
- ✔Carbon capture technology
- ✔Open year-round
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The power plant is located on Route 1, about 25 km from Reykjavík. The visitor centre includes: - Interactive exhibits on geothermal power - Guided tours of the plant (pre-booking required) - Café and gift shop - Views of the geothermal field Tours take about 1 hour and include safety helmets and vests.
Story & Folklore
Hellisheiði opened in 2006 and supplies about 30% of Iceland's electricity and hot water to the Reykjavík area. The plant drills deep into the earth to access superheated water and steam. It's also a pioneer in carbon capture technology, injecting CO2 back into the ground where it mineralizes into rock.
Why Visit
Learn how Iceland harnesses volcanic energy to power the country with clean, renewable geothermal power.
Did You Know?
Hellisheiði is a leader in 'CarbFix' technology, which captures CO2 and turns it into solid rock underground.