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Bláhnjúkur, 2004 |
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| Elevation | 940 m (3,084 ft) |
| Translation | Blue mountain (Icelandic) |
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| Geology | |
| Type | Volcano |
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| Easiest route | Hike |
Bláhnjúkur is a volcano in the south of Iceland. Its height is about 940 m.
Its name translates to blue peak in English. 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, 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.