Capital Region · Iceland
Fagradalsfjall
Fagradalsfjall is Iceland's most recently erupting volcano — a lava field on the Reykjanes Peninsula where eruptions began in 2021 and have continued intermittently, creating one of the world's most accessible active volcanic landscapes.
About Fagradalsfjall
Fagradalsfjall is Iceland's most recently erupting volcano — a lava field on the Reykjanes Peninsula where eruptions began in 2021 and have continued intermittently, creating one of the world's most accessible active volcanic landscapes.
History & Background
The Reykjanes Peninsula had been volcanically quiet for 800 years before eruptions began at Fagradalsfjall in March 2021. The eruptions produced spectacular lava fountains and lava flows that could be safely viewed by visitors who hiked to the site. Subsequent eruption series in 2022, 2023 and 2024 continued to reshape the landscape. The 2023 eruption threatened the town of Grindavík and Blue Lagoon, forcing evacuations. The ongoing volcanic activity has made Reykjanes one of the most remarkable volcanic observation zones on Earth.
Key Facts
- ✔First eruption after 800 years of quiet on Reykjanes — began March 2021
- ✔Multiple eruption series: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- ✔One of the world's most accessible active volcanic landscapes
- ✔Located about 40 km from Reykjavík
- ✔2023 eruption threatened Grindavík town and Blue Lagoon
