FamxplorGrjótagjá
What to expect
Grjótagjá is a small lava cave located near Lake Mývatn in north Iceland, famous for featuring a beautiful geothermal hot spring in its depths. The cave has a rich history, having been the home of outlaw Jón Markússon in the 18th century and a popular bathing spot until the 1970s, when volcanic activity made the water too hot. Although bathing is no longer allowed, the cave's ethereal beauty has made it a popular destination, including being featured in the TV series Game of Thrones. The cave is easily accessible via a short, rocky path from Dimmuborgir, making it a great stop for families to explore and imagine what it would be like to bathe in its cozy waters
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Iceland: 15 days of family road trip
Activities: We visited Grjótagjá, a cave near Lake Myvatn, known for its hot springs and its appearance in Game of Thrones. We couldn't swim in the hot springs as the temperature is too high
Highlights: The cave was fascinating, with impressive hot springs and a connection to Game of Thrones. It was a good stop on our road trip ✨