{"id":1339,"date":"2024-06-28T11:19:34","date_gmt":"2024-06-28T09:19:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/skutustadir-winter\/"},"modified":"2024-07-03T18:55:22","modified_gmt":"2024-07-03T16:55:22","slug":"skutustadir-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/skutustadir-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Skutustadir in winter (Myvatn): tips + photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Skutustadir pseudo-craters (also known as Skutustadagigar) on Lake Myvatn offer you the chance to admire a rare phenomenon that scientists believe also occurs on Mars. Even in winter, you can discover part of this unique place.<br\/>Here are some <strong>useful tips<\/strong> to help you prepare for your visit and have a wonderful time!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Skutustadir-in-winter.jpeg\" alt=\"Skutustadir in winter\" class=\"wp-image-1322\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>This opinion is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"padding-left:5%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Content<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/skutustadir-winter\/#Is_Skutustadir_worth_a_visit_in_winter_Our_opinion\" >Is Skutustadir worth a visit in winter? Our opinion:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/skutustadir-winter\/#How_to_get_to_Skutustadir_in_winter_access_and_map\" >How to get to Skutustadir in winter: access and map<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/skutustadir-winter\/#Useful_tips_duration_schedules_difficulties%E2%80%A6\" >Useful tips: duration, schedules, difficulties&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/skutustadir-winter\/#Skutustadagigar_a_series_of_pseudo-craters_%E2%80%93_geology\" >Skutustadagigar: a series of pseudo-craters &#8211; geology<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/skutustadir-winter\/#An_open_trail\" >An open trail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/skutustadir-winter\/#Frozen_landscapes\" >Frozen landscapes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/skutustadir-winter\/#Geitagja_Tower_of_One\" >Geitagja Tower of One<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/skutustadir-winter\/#Views_of_the_lake_and_Hverfjall\" >Views of the lake and Hverfjall<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/skutustadir-winter\/#Church_Skutustadakirkja\" >Church: Skutustadakirkja<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/skutustadir-winter\/#Other_nearby_attractions\" >Other nearby attractions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Skutustadir_worth_a_visit_in_winter_Our_opinion\"><\/span>Is Skutustadir worth a visit in winter? Our opinion:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Skutustadir is worth a visit for its unique pseudo-craters and views over Lake Myvatn. Only part of the trail is accessible in winter, but the calm, frozen landscapes seem quite surreal. Make no mistake, these are not real volcanic craters! We&#8217;ll tell you more later. Its name is also Skutustadagigar.<\/p>\n\n<p>This is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/lake-myvatn-winter-things-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">must-see places around Lake Myvatn<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-mTPCcjs\/1\/Kw9zSCrckd3fMMz6JGMJWkbXGJhMjdsswHfpxc5GW\/L\/Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4235-L.jpg\" alt=\"Skutustadir's main pseudo-crater in winter\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR GUIDE TO PLANNING A <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Dream trip<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>6 maps that make planning easier<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>+ 75 pre-selected locations  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practical advice  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>+ 115 photos to help you choose<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-theme-primary-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/ebook-guide-road-trip-iceland-winter\/\">Discover it &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container ebook-radius-waitlist gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><div class=\"wp-block-image ebook-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Road-trip-guide-Iceland-Winter-eBook-cover-2.jpg\" alt=\"Road trip guide Iceland winter eBook Cover\" class=\"wp-image-1049\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Skutustadir_in_winter_access_and_map\"><\/span>How to get to Skutustadir in winter: access and map<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is Skutustadir in Iceland?<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Northern Iceland, around Lake Myvatn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving time from Akureyri: 1h10<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving time from Reykjahlid: 15min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving time from Egilsstadir: 2h05<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Here is a map to help you find your way:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/map-Skutustadir-Myvatn-Iceland-1024x683.png\" alt=\"map Skutustadir Myvatn Iceland\" class=\"wp-image-1283\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map: Skutustadir at Lake Myvatn<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">RENTING A CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Iceland<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:16px\">Discover the best offers on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/iceland?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=iceland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Discovercars<\/a>, our preferred platform!<br\/>On Route 1, no 4WD required, off Route 1, it depends on your plans.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large voiture_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/Driving\/i-q2wFFnJ\/1\/Dn4qbSGkrKhZgHBNz2hWXrPc3VdddRQZ7cdj3FpVX\/S\/drive_South_coast_Iceland-2-21-S.jpg\" alt=\"driving in Iceland\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/iceland?a_aid=zigzag&amp;amp;chan=iceland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">See available cars &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/renting-car-iceland-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/renting-car-iceland-tips-experiences\/\">Read all our tips<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get there? Winter access road<\/h3>\n\n<p>In winter, Route 1 to Lake Myvatn is usually quickly cleared. But there are fewer cars than in the south, so the ground layer melts less.<\/p>\n\n<p>Normally, the roads are cleared quickly enough for access. But during snowstorms, roads may be closed at the last minute &#8211; always check the status of roads on <a href=\"https:\/\/umferdin.is\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Umferdin<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p>No access road, the site is right off the main road.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-dJXPmzT\/1\/Kxc8tKKtC7BQDcBBmHvK48TGqLRXRbtDrpCBGxfpc\/L\/pseudocraters_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4076-L.jpg\" alt=\"Skutustadir parking lot in the snow\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Skutustadir parking lot in the snow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking<\/h3>\n\n<p>Easy parking along the main road, opposite Hotel Sel.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#e4f8fb;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div style=\"background-color:#e4f8fb\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">WHERE TO STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Iceland<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2\">Our independent picks for <strong>the accommodation of your dreams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Where to stay in Iceland (coming soon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where to sleep in Reykjavik (coming soon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Best 5-star hotels (coming soon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where to sleep on the South Coast (coming soon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where to sleep on the Golden Circle (coming soon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/where-to-stay-snaefellsnes-peninsula-best-hotels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to sleep on the Snaefellsnes peninsula<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/where-to-stay-iceland-winter-best-places-hotels\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"736\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay on the Island in winter<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/South-Coast\/Hotel-Katla\/i-pJBMTRw\/0\/ZQQMRNz8xHstZq28JL5M6NFJtTCctQHbgMHVzVLz\/S\/Vik_Accommodation_Iceland-3648-S.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Katla near Vik\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Useful_tips_duration_schedules_difficulties%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>Useful tips: duration, schedules, difficulties&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best time to visit, opening hours and prices<\/h3>\n\n<p>Skutustadir is free to use.<br\/>It&#8217;s sparsely populated in winter, so all day long it&#8217;s a good attraction to visit.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-Prq2xXR\/1\/KWF6FrSHk62MF6vQ324P7x2B889fJ27w4V3844LHZ\/L\/pseudocraters_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4078-L.jpg\" alt=\"Map of Skutustadagigar\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map of Skutustadagigar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Length of visit and main difficulties<\/h3>\n\n<p>Only the first quarter of the loop is clear at trail level, up to the ascent of Geitagja crater (west of the trail).<br\/>After that, the lakeside path is closed. Even if you see signs, don&#8217;t venture out, as you won&#8217;t see the difference between the path and the lake. You don&#8217;t want to fall in!<\/p>\n\n<p>Be careful, with snow and ice on the ground, it can be slippery. We recommend you always carry cleats with you to add to your shoes.  <a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/what-to-bring-iceland-winter-our-complete-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our article on winter packing.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p>We wore our cleats on this visit.<br\/>Allow 30min to 1h depending on your fascination for the place.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-kNS3qZB\/1\/KXdtmCfFf32KWFPNjgNBvS5CP9QJ7NDHTfgJbSGWD\/L\/pseudocraters_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4081-L.jpg\" alt=\"Winter access road\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Catering, Toilets and Facilities<\/h3>\n\n<p>Opposite the parking lot, on the other side of the street, you&#8217;ll find a hotel and guest houses.<br\/>The Se hotel has a restaurant where you can also enjoy a hot drink.<\/p>\n\n<p>You can also choose to stay overnight &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/is\/sel-ha3tel-ma1-2vatn.html?aid=2421273\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see prices, photos and availability<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-3nRSBvR\/1\/MtBR4w3SP5M9tcjPh26Pqp9jKj8VLJnh9Gb4rKB3h\/L\/pseudocraters_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4077-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Sel\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">UNFORGETTABLE ACTIVITIES IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\"> winter<\/span> <\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s\/?q=iceland+winter+ice+cave&amp;searchSource=3&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=iceland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Visit an ice cave<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s\/?q=iceland+winter+glacier+hike&amp;searchSource=3&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=iceland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Glacier hiking<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s\/?q=iceland+whale+watching&amp;searchSource=3&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=iceland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Whale watching<\/a> (from Reykjavik, Husavik or Akureyri)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column ville-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/South-Coast-in-Winter\/Jokulsarlon\/Blue-ice-cave\/i-46mXBBx\/1\/C87JBB8LhkDnd8m3CHST8wQkDNjkZL4xTSQ8RPfxp\/S\/Jokulsarlon_ice_Caves_Iceland-3750-S.jpg\" alt=\"ice cave in Iceland\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skutustadagigar_a_series_of_pseudo-craters_%E2%80%93_geology\"><\/span>Skutustadagigar: a series of pseudo-craters &#8211; geology<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-8PPQwgF\/2\/Mvgx7qZ2TtX7VPNK9TQGFQz6vpWVfxV6qKHxp33rx\/L\/pseudocraters_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4111-L.jpg\" alt=\"Skutustadagigar - circle of pseudocraters\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>The theory is that these pseudo-craters were formed around 2,300 years ago during the eruption of Ludentaborgir and Threngslaborgir.<br\/>They would be created by vapour explosions when hot lava flows over wet sediments or frozen ground.<br\/>This is a fairly rare phenomenon, and is thought to occur on Mars too.<\/p>\n\n<p>The formation of the Myvatn pseudocraters is a fascinating process that took place in several stages.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the lava flowed over a vast pre-existing lake (before Mytvan)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>it trapped wet sediment beneath its surface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the contact caused steam eruptions, creating a granular platform<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over time, holes form, water diminishes and cones develop.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>At Skutustadir, pseudocraters are found all around a closed-off part of the lake: Stakholstjorn.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"An_open_trail\"><\/span>An open trail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-wjtBxKb\/1\/MWW7P8GLVLX8LqqFCMLbqvgMp4k6fkgDpHXdQtBLr\/L\/pseudocraters_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4168-L.jpg\" alt=\"access path to the pseudo-craters\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>The trailhead to one of the most beautiful craters, clear in winter.<br\/>Impossible to catch. But don&#8217;t go down to lake level: as you can see, it&#8217;s all white, and it&#8217;s hard to spot the edge.<\/p>\n\n<p>All along this trail, you&#8217;ll enjoy magnificent views of the snow-covered lake, the pseudo-craters and the surrounding mountains. Fascinating!<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frozen_landscapes\"><\/span>Frozen landscapes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-TCvFbwt\/1\/MMhjRQtrZP8Wxbzvv4SzS8TMGRNpnVwVrdRzDXZWS\/L\/pseudocraters_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4113-L.jpg\" alt=\"frozen landscapes\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>In winter, Skutustadir is transformed into a monochromatic wonderland. We loved this striking black-and-white experience.<br\/>The snow-covered pseudo-craters create a striking contrast with the dark volcanic formations. 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(max-width: 729px) 100vw, 729px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Geitagja_Tower_of_One\"><\/span>Geitagja Tower of One<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-vdVZ6sd\/2\/Mcf7fSRNFcCDb3n4NFwwBTPMXg7wqzZmncPfwn7QD\/L\/pseudocraters_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4119-L.jpg\" alt=\"Geitagja staircase\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>At the end of the path, you can climb one of these pseudo-craters. There&#8217;s a staircase that&#8217;s clear of snow.<br\/>Make sure you have your crampons on, as it can be slippery.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-BcRMWsD\/1\/LfqgdCq8jLZ79LHJv2ZVTwHkHHKSwrL5vMBhft4Kt\/L\/pseudocraters_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-3999-L.jpg\" alt=\"Geitagja summit\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>You can then walk along part of the crater rim to an observation platform with benches.<br\/>It looks like a real crater, and it&#8217;s hard to imagine that it isn&#8217;t&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Views_of_the_lake_and_Hverfjall\"><\/span>Views of the lake and Hverfjall<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-g5p6kPm\/1\/MPPLLZsbBXjkL8MgZGkMVjSqGQsmDHrBVKmLH8pXc\/L\/pseudocraters_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4004-L.jpg\" alt=\"view of the landscape from Geitagja\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>From the summit of the crater and from the path, you can enjoy a beautiful foreground view of Lake Myvatn, the frozen Stakholstjorn pond and other pseudo-craters.<br\/>The lakeside half-crat\u00e8re appears blacker than the rest. This is because its slope is steeper and holds less snow.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-V9hkXCw\/1\/KT5pFzwvVf6KtxcFZK3Zjf39M4P6sXQNDznZwBT25\/L\/pseudocraters_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4150-L.jpg\" alt=\"view of Hverfjall\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>In the background, you can see the magnificent Hverfjall crater (a real crater this time).<\/p>\n\n<p>Scientists estimate it to be between 2800 and 2900 years old. It&#8217;s one of the largest of its kind, with a diameter of 1km and a depth of 140m. We love the way it looks streaked in winter between basalt gravel and snow-covered areas.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Church_Skutustadakirkja\"><\/span>Church: Skutustadakirkja<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/North-Iceland\/Myvatn\/Skutustadagigar\/i-Mtmq935\/2\/NQDd78FHfhXP6ZTQD6SfrksbqNMdjK5pF5jVGcKFB\/L\/church_Skutustadagigar_Iceland-4022-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Just opposite Skutustadir, don&#8217;t miss the little church on the hill. Its shape is typical of churches in Iceland: a simple form with a tower, wooden construction and a distinctive color.<br\/>It is 10.90m long and 6.22m wide.<br\/>Its square, two-part tower is topped by a trapezoidal, smooth-iron roof.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_nearby_attractions\"><\/span>Other nearby attractions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>You can combine your visit to Lake Myvatn with these nearby attractions:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/dimmuborgir-winter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dimmuborgir<\/a>, an impressive lava field (5 min drive)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/hverir-winter\/\">Hverir<\/a>, fascinating geothermal zone (15 min drive)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/myvatn-natur-baths-iceland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Myvatn Nature Baths<\/a> (15 min drive) &#8211; article to come<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\"><span>PLAN<\/span> YOUR TRIP TO <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">iceland<\/span> IN WINTER<\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best of<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ul_box\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/landscape-iceland-winter-panorama-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Iceland&#8217;s winter landscapes<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-iceland-winter-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Iceland in winter<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/waterfalls-iceland-winter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The most beautiful waterfalls<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/best-tours-caves-ice-iceland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ice caves<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/best-excursions-from-reykjavik-winter-day-trips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best excursions from Reykjavik<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/Snaefellsnes\/Arnarstapi\/i-NFX9vCN\/1\/FdwFVJfh4wdx6pTCBdg5vVLNBJf4xph6CrQjkvWvp\/S\/Arnarstapi_Iceland-5203-S.jpg\" alt=\"Iceland in winter\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Practical advice<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\"><br\/>Getting around (coming soon)<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/renting-car-iceland-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to rent a car in Iceland<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/driving-iceland-winter-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winter driving tips<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/where-to-stay-iceland-winter-best-places-hotels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Iceland in winter<\/a><br\/>Itineraries: 3 days &#8211; 4 days &#8211; 5 days &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/visit-island-winter-one-week-itinerary-road-trip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 week<\/a> &#8211; 10 days (to come)<br\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/Driving\/i-gNPz6JD\/1\/CGfmHQKPwKJcrdGBLqMjkqvmgRwW8fC8FGFKRWX3n\/S\/South_Coast_ring_road_Iceland-2099-S.jpg\" alt=\"Driving in Iceland in winter\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The must-dos<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/visit-reykjavik-winter-things-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Reykjavik in winter<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-golden-circle-winter-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Golden Circle in winter<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-iceland-south-winter-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">South coast in winter<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/iceland-eastern-fjords-winter-highlights\/\"><br\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-snaefellsnes-winter-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Snaefellsnes in winter<\/a><br\/>Silver Circle in winter (coming soon)<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/lake-myvatn-winter-things-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lake Myvatn in winter<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/iceland-eastern-fjords-winter-highlights\/\">Eastern Fjords in winter<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/waterfall-seljalandsfoss-winter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seljalandsfoss in winter<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/jokulsarlon-winter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jokulsarlon in winter<\/a><br\/><br\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Iceland\/Winter\/South-Coast-in-Winter\/Skogafoss-Winter\/i-DnzSqr9\/1\/CCWLWFQzNvbCRFMCHkPxzrqHGtsv2GGdfgBrm6thq\/S\/Waterfall_Skogafoss_Iceland-3620-S.jpg\" alt=\"Skogafoss in winter\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage img_provisoire\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Region-Lovers\/Equipe\/i-nsNF6C6\/0\/Cs2F5n96pkt9xFD9D3SVqmQspMhrKgN75nHgBqmjG\/L\/Claire-L.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>SHE MADE THE TRIP AND WROTE THE ARTICLE \n<\/span><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Claire<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Skutustadir pseudo-craters (also known as Skutustadagigar) on Lake Myvatn offer you the chance to admire a rare phenomenon that scientists believe also occurs on Mars. 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