Iceland Askja
Askja is a caldera situated in a remote part of the central highlands of Iceland. The name Askja refers to a complex of nested calderas within the surrounding Dyngjufjöll mountains, which rise to 1,510 m (4,954 ft), askja meaning box or caldera in Icelandic (more infos : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Askja
Photography Tips
Enjoy the nature before shooting...
Travel Information
You must have a 4WD to drive to this location or book a tour with guides.
The region is only accessible for a few months of the year.
http://www.road.is/travel-info/condition-and-opening-of-mountain-roads/
The region is only accessible for a few months of the year.
http://www.road.is/travel-info/condition-and-opening-of-mountain-roads/
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Nearly no other people
Best Timing
Daytime in summer
Sunrise & Sunset
10:06 - 15:40
| current local time: 05:39
Photo Themes
crater
Lake
volcano
Locations
Highlands
Askja
Viti crater
Öskjuvatn lake
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