Hekla
Hekla is a volcano in southern Iceland that has long been one of the country's most active and recognizable volcanic features. It sits near the eastern end of Iceland's south coast, close to the town of Hella, about 110 kilometers east of Reykjavik. The summit reaches about 1,490 meters above sea level. Hekla is a stratovolcano and forms part of a frequently active volcanic system that has produced numerous eruptions throughout Iceland's history.
Since the 9th century, Hekla has erupted repeatedly, with bursts of explosive activity interspersed with quieter
Present-day monitoring by Icelandic authorities and researchers tracks seismic activity, ground deformation, gas emissions, and eruption
Geologically, Hekla has grown by repeated eruptions that produce a steep cone with multiple craters. The volcano
The name Hekla is of Old Norse origin with meanings related to sharpness or shape, and the