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Búrfell er 669 metra hár móbergstapi í Þjórsárdal. Fjallið hefur myndast undir jökli ísaldar og er annar útvörður Þjórsárdals. Þjórsár rennur austan með fjallinu og við suðurenda þess eru fossarnir Tröllkonuhlaup og Þjófafoss í ánni. Nú hefur Þjórsá verið virkjuð við Búrfell og er svokallað Bjarnalón norðaustan við fjallið. Fallorkan nýtist í Búrfellsvirkjun.
Búrfell er bratt á alla kanta, þó síst að norðan en þar liggur vegur upp á topp fjallsins. Þar er endurvarpsstöð fyrir farsíma. Við suðurenda fjallsins er öxl nokkur skógi vaxin og kallast þessi birkiskógurBúrfellsskógur. Gnúpverja hafa í gegnum aldirnar haft skógarítök í Búrfellsskógi. Kristinn Jónsson, frá Úlfsá í Eyjafirði, sem gekk villu vegar suður Sprengisand árið 1889 fannst í Búrfellsskógi af Skriðufellsbændum sem voru við skógarhögg.
Austan í Búrfellshásli er gil eða gróf sem kallast Stórkonugróf og hefur þar fundist leifar fornrar smiðju.
Heimild: Sjá hérMynd: Anton Stefánsson
Búrfell er áhugaverður staður á Íslandi sem vert er að heimsækja.
Natural landmarks of Iceland
Búrfell is an Icelandic mountain whose character reflects the interaction of volcanic bedrock, glacial erosion and a harsh maritime climate.
Búrfell has primarily served as a regional landmark and part of the traditional landscape of its surrounding area. Cultural context: Búrfell contributes to the visual and cultural identity of its region and is part of the long relationship between Icelandic communities and mountain landscapes.
The geology of Búrfell is best understood within the wider volcanic history of Iceland. Glaciers, frost weathering and running water later modified the original volcanic landform.
Hiking possibilities around Búrfell vary by route, season and access point. Exact distance and duration should be taken from a dedicated route record where available.
Conditions on Búrfell can change quickly. Wind, low cloud, rain, snow, ice and loose ground can all increase difficulty. Visitors should check current conditions and choose routes appropriate to their experience. Practical visitor information: Visitors should choose an experience that matches current conditions and their own experience
From higher ground, views generally open across neighbouring valleys, ridges and lowlands, depending on weather and access. Surroundings: Búrfell should be understood as part of its wider Icelandic landscape, including neighbouring valleys, ridges, lowlands and volcanic or glacial features. Nearby highlights: Natural attractions and mountains near Búrfell
Búrfell is part of the broader story of how Icelandic mountains are built by volcanism and reshaped by ice and erosion. Understand Búrfell by noticing not just the summit, but also its rock, slopes, neighbouring landforms and position within the wider landscape. Notable features: The importance of Búrfell lies in the way its shape, geology and regional setting combine to create a distinct local landscape feature. Summary: Búrfell is a regional Icelandic mountain whose form reflects volcanic bedrock, glacial erosion and ongoing weathering. Themes: Búrfell; mountains; nature; hiking; geology
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Búrfell er hluti af fjölbreyttri náttúru, menningu og afþreyingu Íslands.
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