STORKKUR GEYSER

One of the most persistent geysers in the world. Fountain geyser in the geothermal area beside the Hvítá River in Iceland in the southwest part of the country, east of Reykjavík. One of Iceland's most famous geysers. Erupting about every 8-10 minutes 15 – 20 m high, sometimes up to 40 m high.

First reported in 1789, after an earthquake which probably created or unblocked its conduit.Eruptions were regular until 1896, after which a renewed earthquake inactivated the geyser. In 1963, local people succeeded in unblocking the plumbing system and Strokkur has been active ever since. First records of geyser activity in the area date back to 1294, when the great Geysir is thought to have become active.

HOW TO REACHStrokkur Geysir is just over an hours from Icelands capital Reykjavic. For those without an own car, several companies offer coach trips to the site. Restaurant and hotel facilities are available just over the road from Strokkur Geysir, and a small camping site is nearby.