Surtsey (" Surtr 's island" in Icelandic, Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈsʏr̥ (t)sˌeiː] ⓘ) is an uninhabited volcanic island located in the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago off the southern coast of Iceland. At …

Surtsey, volcanic island off the southern coast of Iceland, southwest of the Vestmanna Islands (Vestmannaeyjar). It emerged from the Atlantic Ocean in a fiery eruption in November 1963.

Surtsey, a volcanic island approximately 32 km from the south coast of Iceland, is a new island formed by volcanic eruptions that took place from 1963 to 1967. It is all the more outstanding …

Learn about Surtsey, Iceland's youngest island, formed in 1963. Now a UNESCO site, a living lab for scientific research, offering insights into ecology and geology.

Dec 4, 2025 · Surtsey is a volcanic island, part of the Westman Islands and formed by an underwater volcanic eruption in 1963. Explore a wide range of tours of the Westman Islands.

Jul 7, 2008 · Surtsey, Iceland’s youngest volcanic island, has been added to the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage list following the World Heritage Committee held in Quebec City on …

In November 1963, Surtsey was formed in a volcanic eruption which heaved it up out of the waters 18 km (11 mi) south-west of Heimaey; 32 km (20 mi) off the south coast of Iceland.

Mar 7, 2018 · The new speck of land was dubbed Surtsey Island, after a black fire giant of Norse mythology. Today, it’s one of the few places on Earth that has remained relatively pristine and …

The volcanic island of Surtsey rose from the sea 33 km south of Iceland on November 14, 1963. It is now a nature reserve. It is named after the giant Surt, who according to Norse mythology …

Aug 21, 2025 · Remarkably Surtsey has been protected since its very creation, serving as a pristine natural laboratory for scientific research. Free from human disturbance, the island has …