These sulfur craters are the result of volcanic activity, which emits sulfur gases from the Earth. These gases can build up and crystallize, creating towers of pure sulfur. These towers can have a distinctive yellow color and emit a strong odor. The whole thing is impressive.

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Nico

December 16, 2023

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In my opinion, it sounds like a pressure cooker blowing off the excess pressure...😉

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easymp

July 29, 2023

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It smokes and whistles. Nice play of colors.

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Best Hikes to Sulfur Mound (Fumarole) at Hverir

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1. Hverir Geothermal Area – Hverir (Hverarönd) loop from Reykjahlíð

1.72km

00:26

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Hverir Mud Pots – Hverir (Hverarönd) loop from Dalfjall

3.52km

01:09

110m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Hverir (Hverarönd) – Hverir Geothermal Area loop from Syðri-Námakolla

9.13km

02:44

240m

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

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Location: Skútustaðahreppur, Iceland

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1. Hverir Geothermal Area – Hverir (Hverarönd) loop from Reykjahlíð

2. Hverir Mud Pots – Hverir (Hverarönd) loop from Dalfjall

3. Hverir (Hverarönd) – Hverir Geothermal Area loop from Syðri-Námakolla

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