West Iceland · Iceland
Snæfellsjökull
Snæfellsjökull is a glacier-capped stratovolcano at the western tip of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula — one of Iceland's most mystical and celebrated landmarks, visible from Reykjavík on clear days.
About Snæfellsjökull
Snæfellsjökull is a glacier-capped stratovolcano at the western tip of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula — one of Iceland's most mystical and celebrated landmarks, visible from Reykjavík on clear days.
History & Background
The glacier gained worldwide fame as the starting point of Jules Verne's 1864 novel 'Journey to the Center of the Earth'. Many people believe Snæfellsjökull is one of the world's seven main energy centers, attracting spiritual seekers from around the globe. The glacier has been retreating rapidly due to climate change. In 2001, the area became Iceland's first coastal national park.
Key Facts
- ✔Glacier-capped stratovolcano about 700,000 years old
- ✔Height: 1,446 meters
- ✔Featured in Jules Verne's 'Journey to the Center of the Earth'
- ✔Believed by many to be a global energy center
- ✔Visible from Reykjavík on clear days — over 120 km away
