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Fimmvörðuháls

Fimmvörðuháls is a mountain pass in Iceland located between the glaciers Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull. It connects the areas around Skógar and Þórsmörk. The trail through Fimmvörðuháls is popular for hiking, offering dramatic scenery of volcanic landscapes, waterfalls, and glacier views. The pass is also historically significant as a route used by explorers and locals. Its name means "five wart hills," referring to nearby volcanic craters. The area became globally known after the 2010 eruption of Eyjafjallajökull. The hike provides a unique experience of Iceland’s raw, volcanic environment.