Hveragerði is a small town situated on the south coast of Iceland. It is known for its geothermal activity and stunning landscapes. The hills surrounding Hveragerði are colourful because of mineral deposits from active fumaroles, steam vents and mud pots. The location of Hveragerði is unusual, as the town sits on top of a highly active volcano zone, which provides an abundance of hot springs and other natural wonders. The locals have harnessed the energy and the town is famous in Iceland for greenhouses, plants and greenery. En-route to Hveragerði, you drive down a steep heathland that offers a fantastic, panoramic view of the town, surrounded by white steam smoke from neighbouring hot springs.
Hveragerði
South Coast, Iceland
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Climate
The weather in this region as in all Iceland is unpredictable and can change rapidly. It is common to experience all four seasons in one day. During summer months, the temperature can range from 10°C to 20°C. The winter months can be harsh with temperatures dropping as low as -10°C.
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Lighting
The longest day in Iceland is multiple days from May through July when the sun doesn't set. The daylight hours in Iceland on the shortest days of the year are 4-5 hours per day (December to January).
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The roads around and within Hveragerði are good and not much traffic, except maybe on Fridays around the shopping centre.
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Basecamp and facilities
Depending on where you will be filming, Hveragerði offers lots of options for basecamps and facilities. Phone coverage is excellent.
Risk factors
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Visitors
As one of the first towns on the south coast of Iceland, which is where the majority of the tourists go, this town is a common stop for tourists. There is a hike and a hot spring that you can bathe in only 1 hr away, so many tourists tend to take that hike. The population of Hveragerði is 2700 people.
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