Reykjanes Geopark receives international accreditation

The Reykjanes Geopark in Iceland was accepted into the European Geoparks Network in Rokua Geopark in Finland. EGN is supported by UNESCO and is the formal association of areas in Europe that have important geological significance.

In a press release from Reykjanes Geopark it states that, "The acceptance of Reykjanes Geopark into the EGN is a significant acknowledgment for inhabitants, organisations and companies in the region and is a testimony of the unique qualities and worldwide significance of the area. The accreditation will be used to promote the area for future visitors, as well as for building and maintaining facilities and develop educational and training activities. Reykjanes Geopark is 825 km2 in since and located in the Southwest part of Iceland. The area includes the Keflavik International Airport and covers the municipalities of Reykjanesbær, Grindavíkurbær, Sandgerðisbær, Garður and Vogar."

The Reykjanes Geopark works towards increasing people's interest in nature by focusing on its remarkable geological and cultural heritage.