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Námshraun

Námshraun is a lava area in , and has an elevation of 605 metres. Námshraun is situated nearby to the area .
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Places of Interest

Highlights include Landmannalaugar and Brennisteinsalda.

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is a remote encampment in . Many volcanic phenomena can be seen in the area. is part of the Fjallabak Nature Reserve.

Peak
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The is a volcano in the south of . Its height is about 855 m. It is situated near and not far from . The name means in English: sulphur wave. is situated 3½ km southwest of Námshraun.

Peak
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is a volcano in the south of . Its height is 940 m. Its name translates to blue peak in English. This comes from the blue-black colour of its sides. is situated 3½ km south of Námshraun.

Námshraun

Latitude
64.00899° or 64° 0′ 32″ north
Longitude
-19.05702° or 19° 3′ 25″ west
Elevation
605 metres (1,985 feet)
Open location code
9CP22W5V+H5
Geo­Names ID
2628080
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Satellite Map

Discover Námshraun from above in high-definition satellite imagery.
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Localities in the Area

Explore places such as Blautaver and Skaftártunga.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Frostastaðavatn and Landmannalaugar.

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