Landmannahellir Explained

Landmannahellir
Map:Iceland
Coords:64.05°N -33°W
Depth:8 m
Length:14 m

Landmannahellir (in Icelandic pronounced as /ˈlantˌmanːaˌhɛtlɪr̥/) is a small cave at the foot of the Hellisfjall mountain middle of Suðurland (South Iceland) in the influence area of the volcano Hekla.[1]

Landmannahellir is long, wide and has a ceiling. It used to be a shelter for farmers with their sheep. Today it serves tourism. A few huts were built near the cave.[2]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Landmannahellir a tourist service and accommodation center in the highlands of Iceland. 2017-08-10. German.
  2. Web site: LANDMANNAHELLIR. 2017-08-10. German.