Hveragerði is a town and municipality in the southwest of Iceland. It is often nicknamed ‘the Earthquake Town’ or ‘the Hot Spring Town’, due to the active geothermal activity in the area, including hot springs and earthquakes. The town is known for its unique geothermal landscape and is a popular tourist destination for those interested in geology and natural hot springs. Additionally, the geothermal activity in Hveragerði is used for agriculture, greenhouses, and heating in the town.