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Crater · Selfoss, Sul
Kerið
Crater with a lake, reddish slopes and paths between the rim and the interior.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Kerið
Kerið is a volcanic crater with water collected in its interior. The slopes show reddish tones and patches of vegetation, contrasting with the lake surface. It is a more compact landscape than the large lava fields of the Icelandic interior.
The rim trail allows you to recognise the depression's shape and view the lake from different sides. Another path descends toward the water. The perceived colour of the lake changes with the light, the sky and the observer's position, and does not always match the more saturated images online.
Road access is close to Selfoss, making it easy to stop at the start or end of the Golden Circle. Choose your route according to available time and trail conditions. The visit does not require a long hike, but allow time to see the crater beyond the first viewpoint.
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Practical information
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How much time to set aside
About 45 minutes to one hour for rim walk and descent.
Best time
During the day, when the contrast between the slopes and the lake is more noticeable.
How to get there
Via road 35, north of Selfoss, by vehicle or on a tour with a planned stop.
Tip
The rim circuit and the descent to the lake offer complementary perspectives of the crater.
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Frequently asked questions about Kerið
How much time to allow for Kerið?
About 45 minutes to one hour for rim walk and descent.
How to arrange access to Kerið?
Via road 35, north of Selfoss, by vehicle or on a tour with a planned stop.
What to consider when visiting Kerið?
The rim circuit and the descent to the lake provide complementary perspectives of the crater.