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Geysir Geothermal Field

Geysir Geothermal Field Why the Geysir Geothermal Field is special
This small area has various geothermal features including a number of geysers.

What to see
Top 2 attractions
Most of the geysers in the area are small and feeble. But two geysers – the famous Great Geysir and the more dependable Strokker Geysir – are robust. They are the ones that attract tourists.
Geysir Geothermal Field tips & insights
Name
Several centuries or so ago, Icelanders aptly bestowed the name “Geysir” (“gush" in ancient Norse) on what is known today as the "Great Geysir" or simply "Geysir".

Nowadays, nearly all the world's sprouting thermal features incorporate Geyser in their names. (The spelling "geyser" is the English translation.)

Earthquakes
Geologists have proven that increased geothermal activity follows earthquakes.

Some people (including scientists) have tossed soap into the Great Geysir's mouth to artificially cause eruptions. Not a good idea. Although the method works, it can seriously damage a geyser, sometimes permanently.

Grand Circle tour route
The Geysir Geothermal Field is one of the three top attractions on the popular Grand Circle tour circuit. The other two are Gullfoss waterfall and Thingvellir.

Distances
The site is 40 kilometers (25 miles) northeast of Reykjavik – and a short drive from Gullfoss waterfall.

World's other leading geothermal areas
They include Yellowstone National Park (USA), Rotorua (New Zealand), Geyser Valley (Russia), and Beppu (Japan).

More pointers

Location in Iceland
Geysir Geothermal Field Map
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