Bardarbunga
CountryIceland
TypeStratovolcano
Elevation2009 m
Last Eruption2015
About Bardarbunga
The 2014-2015 eruption was the largest in Iceland since 1783. Produced 1.6 km3 of lava covering 85 km2. Preceded by 16,000+ earthquakes. Part of Icelands largest volcanic system at 200 km long.
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