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Grjótagjá

Tourist attraction · Northeast ·

Grjótagjá

Tourist attraction · Northeast ·
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"Near Lake Mývatn along the Ring Road, Grjótagjá is a small lava cave known for bubbling geothermal hot springs within its cavern walls; the jagged rocks and turquoise waters create a hauntingly beautiful, hidden gem to visit." - Vanessa Wilkins Vanessa Wilkins Vanessa Wilkins is a travel and lifestyle writer with an extensive background in digital journalism. Her work has been published in Travel + Leisure, Departures, The Points Guy, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Ancient lava cave with geothermal spring, famed filming location

small cave
blue water
northern lights viewing
no light pollution
free parking
sturdy shoes recommended
slippery rocks
bathing not allowed
Google Rating
4.3 (4.7K)
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J4G8+GQX, 660 Reykjahlíð, Iceland Get directions

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Information

Ancient lava cave with geothermal spring, famed filming location

small cave
blue water
northern lights viewing
no light pollution
free parking
sturdy shoes recommended
slippery rocks
bathing not allowed
Google Rating
4.3 (4.7K)
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J4G8+GQX, 660 Reykjahlíð, Iceland Get directions

No restroom
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