Laugavatnshellir

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Laugarvatnshellar are man-made caves carved into palagonite rock at Reyðarbarð on the Laugarvatn plains, roughly halfway between Þingvellir and Laugarvatn. The caves are notable cultural remains that reflect earlier travel and habitation in the area.

Originally, there were two caves. One was approximately four meters wide and 12 meters long, while the other was of similar length but narrower. The partition between the caves has since collapsed, making them appear as a single space today.

Laugarvatnshellar are best known for having been inhabited for a period in the early 20th century. In earlier times, the caves were used as shelters for travelers crossing the region.

Extensive graffiti can be found carved into the palagonite walls, both inside the caves and around their entrances. These markings include names, initials, dates, vehicle registration numbers, and other inscriptions left by visitors over many decades.

The local youth association Laugdælir, in cooperation with the Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration, has installed an information sign at the site explaining the history and use of the caves.

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Laugavatnshellir

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Hvar er Laugavatnshellir?
Laugavatnshellir er í nágrenni Laugarvatns á Suðurlandi.
Er Laugavatnshellir náttúrulegur?
Já, hellirinn er náttúruleg hraunmyndun.
Er hellirinn aðgengilegur almenningi?
Já, aðgengi er mögulegt en ómerkt.
Er Laugavatnshellir ferðamannastaður?
Nei, hann er ekki skipulagður ferðamannastaður.
Krefst heimsókn sérstaks búnaðar?
Já, mælt er með hjálmi og ljósi.

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