Grabrok Crater
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Brian D
Denver, CO2,388 contributions
May 2021
A fun crater to visit with very well laid out pathway to the top and back down. Stairs have been built to take you all the way from the parking lot to the top of the crater. Personally, that is as far as needed. Once you get off the stairs, the crater is very steep and not for those with a fear of heights. Even the stairs were a little scary at the very top with the high wind blowing at the peak. There are no guardrails around the rim of the crater, so proceed with caution. Once you do reach the top of the crater, the views are stunning and the scenery is well worth the 15-20 minutes that it takes to reach the top. A walk around the rim takes another 5-7 minutes. All around the rim are great view of the area. Even if you don't take in the entire hike, be sure to stop by for a brief visit and some great photo opportunities...and a few minutes to relax before carrying on with your journey.
Written 2 August 2021
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Brendan S
Arlington, VA2,151 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
555 shallow steps take you to the top of this crater of a dormant volcano, which you can then walk around. There are views of a mini-crater in the bottom of the crater and of another large crater nearby. Takes well under an hour to do the whole climb/walk (though there are other side trails).
Written 10 May 2023
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RedheadedWanderer
Brooklyn, NY189 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
We kicked off our Ring Road drive by climbing this crater. This was a fun hike up and walk around. Really beautiful surroundings, so definitely enjoy the view. Give yourself an hour or a little less. The steps up are nicely done and maintained. It can get windy on the crater edge, so mind your footing.
Written 9 June 2023
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HelenWanderlust
Singapore, Singapore2,275 contributions
Dec 2016 • Solo
It was an exciting experience and fascinating feeling to climb the Grabrok volcano crater in Iceland.
There are well built steps leading up the crater, and on the other side another flight of steps can be used to climb down.
This round-trip walk takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes.
There are well formed obvious craters to be photographed. I really cannot think of other countries where one can see such an amazing sight, just via a short easy climb up safe man-made stairs.
Along the way, there is also gorgeous landscape scenery which one can take pictures of.
One should have warm clothing as it gets windy and cold, especially during winter. Adequate comfortable walking boots / shoes are also required.
West Iceland is indeed a superb stop for travellers, to Incredible Iceland.
Helen
Singapore
There are well built steps leading up the crater, and on the other side another flight of steps can be used to climb down.
This round-trip walk takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes.
There are well formed obvious craters to be photographed. I really cannot think of other countries where one can see such an amazing sight, just via a short easy climb up safe man-made stairs.
Along the way, there is also gorgeous landscape scenery which one can take pictures of.
One should have warm clothing as it gets windy and cold, especially during winter. Adequate comfortable walking boots / shoes are also required.
West Iceland is indeed a superb stop for travellers, to Incredible Iceland.
Helen
Singapore
Written 24 December 2016
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Marika R
Kangasala, Finland252 contributions
Oct 2012 • Couples
The crater is in Bifröst, just next to the road 1, you just cannot miss it when you´re driving by. Take a stop at the parking lot and climb up the stairs to the top - on nice weather the view is great. It is forbidden to climb on the crater anywhere else exept on marked paths, since the lava is very vulnerable and the soil could damage. We stopped by on our way driving around the island. Nice, short visit. The climb is average high, not for bad-legged persons even when the stairs help the climb.
Written 20 March 2013
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Suz55711
Dallas, TX11 contributions
Aug 2018
What a great way to begin your Ring Road Adventure. Although it's only a tiny taste of what's to come, it's a worthwhile stop on your way north on the west side of Iceland. It has stairs all the way up and an easy walking path around, so it's suitable for most. Super! Take a look!
Written 31 August 2018
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BunnyL25
68 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
This was our favourite crater visit - both for the stunning views and the very manageable climb. It helps to not have to concentrate so hard on every step you take (as we had with some other very steep climbs) so you can look around and appreciate the scenery on the way up. The crater had a a light dusting of snow when we were there, making it a truly magical.
Written 30 October 2016
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anm53
Stourbridge, UK285 contributions
June 2015 • Couples
This is quite an interesting place to visit. Access is very good as there are recently installed wooden steps and walkways that take you up to the rim of the crater. The views from the top were good.
I have rated the crater as only average, because there are just so many other natural sights in Iceland that are more interesting. But if you are passing by then certainly it is well worth the effort of stopping the car and making the short climb up to the top.
I have rated the crater as only average, because there are just so many other natural sights in Iceland that are more interesting. But if you are passing by then certainly it is well worth the effort of stopping the car and making the short climb up to the top.
Written 6 July 2015
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Larry917
New York City, NY284 contributions
May 2014 • Solo
You cannot miss this site as you drive by on Route 1. It's a lovely spot to stop for a walk; there's a nice view from the walkway along the rim and there's a nice information sign describing the geology of the site.
Written 20 June 2014
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Tissa.travels
Rotterdam, The Netherlands2,298 contributions
Sept 2019
Our visit to Grabrok crater turned out to be a pleasant surprise. It isn't mentioned a lot, but there were still plenty of people around as it's right next to ring road 1. You can walk up the volcano to view the crater, the nearby volcano and lovely scenery.
Written 20 April 2020
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Der Vulkan 🌋 ist nicht so hoch es können auch ältere Menschen hoch laufen. Wo ich da war waren viele ältere oben.
Written 14 September 2019
Hi Guys,
I’m currently in Iceland and will be passing by Grabrok crater in the next few days, has any one done this in mid winter? If so how difficult/dangerous is this?
Look forward to hearing back from you soon
Written 30 December 2017
Sorry, it was dry when we climbed the steps. Not sure how safe the paths around the crater would be.
Written 30 December 2017
Hi Guys,
I’m currently in Iceland and will be passing by Grabrok crater in the next few days, has any one done this in mid winter? If so how difficult/dangerous is this?
Look forward to hearing back from you soon
Written 30 December 2017
If you had experience with a crater, don't bother, its an ordinary crater with no water. Otherwise its worthwhile to see if you had never seen a crater before. But be very careful in Iceland especially in winter. The staircase might be wet and icy, as most scenic places had no fence or guard, precaution is important because not too many people around.
Written 2 January 2018
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