Walk
Eldfell Volcano Hike
Climb the 200 m cone that appeared in 1973 for views over the town, the lava field and the islands.
Typical duration
120 min
Price
Free
From port
2 km / 1.2 mi
Transfer time
25 min
Indoor / Outdoor
outdoor
Queue risk
low
👨👩👧 Family friendly⚡ Good for short stops
🕐 Best time to visit
Dry, calm mornings; the loose red gravel is hard going in strong wind
Getting there from the port
Walk east through town past Eldheimar to the trailhead, about 25 minutes, then 30–40 minutes up a marked path.
Best transport: walk Cost: Free