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Summit of Eldfell Volcano

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Summit of Eldfell Volcano

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    September 13, 2022

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    Excursion directly to the former crater line possible. Only suitable to a limited extent in storms/bad weather. Sure-footedness required when descending.
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    October 9, 2022

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    The Eldfell is a volcano with a 200m high cinder cone on Heimaey. It formed without warning in a volcanic eruption a few hundred meters outside the town of Heimaey on January 23, 1973. The volcano has been dormant since the eruptions ended in July 1973. On its summit you have a great all-round view over almost the entire island
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    Best Hikes to Summit of Eldfell Volcano

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    1. View from Eldfell Crater Edge – View from Eldfell Volcano loop from Vestmannaeyjabær

    8.60km

    02:39

    210m

    210m

    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Elevation 190 m

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