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About Merkurker
A narrow, dramatic ravine along the route to Þórsmörk, carved by glacial meltwater and framed by steep rock walls. Merkurker is a scenic stop often visited on super-jeep journeys into the valley.
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Merkurker
A narrow, dramatic ravine along the route to Þórsmörk, carved by glacial meltwater and framed by steep rock walls.
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