Bláhnjúkur
Mountain in Iceland
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Bláhnjúkur (Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈplauːˌn̥juːkʏr̥] ⓘ) is a volcano in the south of Iceland. Its height is 945 m.[1]
| Bláhnjúkur | |
|---|---|
Bláhnjúkur, 2004 | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 945 m (3,100 ft) |
| Coordinates | 63°58′36″N 19°04′05″W |
| Naming | |
English translation | Blue mountain |
Language of name | Icelandic |
| Geography | |
  Bláhnjúkur Location within Iceland | |
| Location | Landmannalaugar, Iceland |
| Geology | |
| Volcano | |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Hike |
Its name translates to blue peak in English.[2] This comes from the blue-black colour of its sides. The colour is due to volcanic ash and lava flows.
The mountain is situated in Landmannalaugar,[3] a natural park near Hekla. It lies next to the volcano Brennisteinsalda.
A hiking trail leads up to the top of the mountain from which, in good conditions, five glaciers are visible.
The best way to get to the peak is on road number F 208. You will need a 4x4 vehicle.
The hike is considered hard and takes 3-4 hours (6.8 miles) round-trip because of the steep inclines up (or down if you go counter-clockwise).
An easier trek is possible by climbing up to the peak and going back down the same way. The challenge with this way is that you will have to deal with the steep inclines up and back down. [3]
