Geysir area owes its name to "the big geyser Geysir". It had been the first geyser observed by modern europeans. The modern word "geyser" comes from "Geysir", which come form the icelandic "geysa" (to gush).
The big Geysir is nowadays almost inactive, as you can see in this picture .
It seems last Geysir eruption happened on 2016, Feb 20. Geysir history is complex and fascinating, winding through earthquakes, obstructions, cleaning and artificial eruptions. You can find more info at:
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geysir
- http://icelandmonitor.mbl.is/news/nature_and_travel/2016/02/21/rare_eruption_of_iceland_s_most_famous_hot_spring_g
Besides the sleeping big Geysir , next to Strokkur there also are many wonderful water sources , some of them contains incredible clear water .
The visit can end here or can proceed to the hill in front of the geysers, in order to take some panoramic pictures
The visit can end here or can proceed to the hill in front of the geysers, in order to take some panoramic pictures
Point of interest: Geyser Strokkur, sleeping Geysir, geothermal source
Difficulty: Easy
Difference in height: 20 m
Maximum height: 120 m
Length: 1 km
Duration of journey: 1-2 hours
Suggested season: Summer
Technical equipment : Not required
Difficulty: Easy
Difference in height: 20 m
Maximum height: 120 m
Length: 1 km
Duration of journey: 1-2 hours
Suggested season: Summer
Technical equipment : Not required