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Monday, February 2, 2026
Raufarhólshellir, Route 39 (Þrengslin), South Iceland
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Geothermal Primer – Energy Around the Lava Tunnel

Understand Iceland’s geothermal infrastructure and how it coexists with lava fields.

12/2/2025
10 min read
Nesjavellir power plant with steam plumes

Geothermal Primer

Nesjavellir plant

Basics

  • Hot water and steam from deep wells
  • Turbines convert heat to electricity
  • District heating in Reykjavík

Geothermal history


Connection: Lava + water + engineering → cozy homes in cold climates.

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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