Name: Stóri-Hellir Cave
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1. Stóri-Hellir Cave – Ölfusárbrú Bridge loop from Selfoss

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Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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April 6, 2024

The cave was formed at a latter glacial period by sea erosion. Sea levels have been higher than now several times and signs of sea erosion can be seen on more cliffs in the area which are made of around 0, 7 – 3, 1 million year old basalt. The cave was previously used to store hay in the back and as a sheepcote in the front. It was once believed that the cave was haunted by a ghost wearing a blue scarf. The story tells of a young man who was broken hearted and hung himself in the cave using a long blue scarf.

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Elevation 40 m

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Location: Ölfus, Iceland

Stóri-Hellir Cave

1. Stóri-Hellir Cave – Ölfusárbrú Bridge loop from Selfoss

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