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Monday, February 2, 2026
Raufarhólshellir, Route 39 (Þrengslin), South Iceland
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Folklore in Lava Tunnels – Myths & Echoes

Stories that make lava holes more fun, from trolls to echo games.

12/18/2025
10 min read
Sky visible through skylight opening

Myths & Stories

Sky through hole

Tales to Share

  • Trolls that carved skylights with hot breath
  • Hidden people dancing in light pools
  • Echo games beneath openings

Invite kids to invent cave creatures and give them names.


Playful truth: Folklore is a memory aid — it helps us notice.

About the Author

Iceland Travel Expert

Iceland Travel Expert

I put this guide together to make your Lava Tunnel day simple, insightful, and full of practical tips from the road.

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Myths
Folklore
Hidden People
Iceland

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