Sólheimajökull retreated by 973 meters (0.6 miles) from 2000-2015. In the years 2017 – 2018 the glacier retreated 100m. If the climate continues to warm, there is a possibility that the glaciers will have virtually disappeared in 100 to 200 years. Iceland’s ice caps have waned 6 percent since 1995, with lower glaciers like Solheimajokull, an outlet of the Myrdalsjokull ice cap, shrinking much faster.

The location of Sólheimajökull glacier in south coast of Iceland

Latitude

63.5297007

Longitude

-19.3700487

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The danger of Sólheimajökull
The edge of Sólheimajökul looks innocent with the black ash from Eyjafjallajökull and Volcano Katla covering some part of it. Entering the snout and ice caves, which sometimes are created at the edge of the glacier tongue is hasardous, and those who attempt it should be aware, that the ice is constantly moving and parts of the front as well as ceilings of ice caves collapse frequently! Do not risk your life by going up on the Ice with out proper gear and/or preferably with a local glacier guide.

Good cameras for Iceland

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Destinations nearby

Urriðafoss waterfall
Seljavallalaug was the largest swimming pool in Iceland until 1936 at 25 meters (82-foot) long and 10 meters wide.Seljavallalaug was the largest swimming pool in Iceland until 1936 at 25 meters (82-foot) long and 10 meters wide.
In 2010, Þorvaldseyri catapulted into the international spotlight following the eruption of Eyjafjallajökull, an event that would disrupt air travel across Europe and leave an indelible mark on the local community.