It’s easy to see why Jules Verne selected Snæfell for his adventure Journey to the Centre of the Earth: the peak was torn apart when the volcano beneath it exploded and then collapsed back into its own magma chamber, forming a huge caldera. Among certain New Age groups, ³§²Ôæ´Ú±ð±ô±ô²õÂáö°ì³Ü±ô±ô is considered one of the world’s great ‘power centres’. Today the crater is filled with the ice cap (highest point 1446m) and is a popular summer destination.
The best way to reach the glacial summit is to take a tour with Summit Adventure Guides, ³§²Ôæ´Ú±ð±ô±ô²õÂáö°ì³Ü±ô±ô Glacier Tours or Go West!. These companies approach the peak from the south, on Rte F570; Rte F570’s northern approach (near ÓlafsvÃk) is frustratingly rutty (4WD needed) and frequently closed due to weather-inflicted damage. Even the well trained and outfitted are not allowed to ascend the glacier without a local guide; contact the National Park Visitor Centre in Malarrif for more information.
