Strokkur, Reykjavik: How to Visit and What to Do Nearby

Strokkur is a fountain-type geyser in the Haukadalur geothermal area of southwest Iceland, roughly 100 kilometers east of Reykjavík along the Golden Circle route. The geyser erupts every 6 to 10 minutes, shooting a column of boiling water 15 to 20 meters into the air. Strokkur sits adjacent to the Great Geysir—the original geyser from which all others take their name—which has been largely dormant since 1916. The surrounding geothermal field includes steaming fumaroles, mud pots, and mineral-stained hot springs. is just one of many options in Reykjavik. Major attractions worth considering include Skaftafell, Thingvellir National Park, and Akurey Island (Puffin Island).