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Meleyri beach, near Breiddalsvik, is a beautiful coastline in East Iceland. Because of its beauty and location by the Ring Road, it is a popular spot among travelers and locals. The Meleyri beach is characterized by its black volcanic sands framed by towering peaks that add to its dramatic beaut

Hafrahvammar is a vast canyon, north of Dimmugljúfur Canyon in East Iceland.  Hafrahvammar is also known by the diminutive Hvammar. At Hvammar’s most southern point you can locate the cave Magnahe

Laugaland, also known as Varmaland, is a geothermal area with hot springs hidden in the beautiful region of West Iceland.  Few tours pass by Laugaland, but this shouldn't stop you from exploring the area. Travelers can add Laugaland during their private tours, such as the Tour of West Iceland from

The Reykjanes Geopark in Iceland features some otherworldly landscapes, like lava fields, geothermal areas, lakes, and ocean cliffs. It overlaps with the Reykjanesfolkvangur Nature Reserve just outside the Capital Region. The Reykjanes Geopark, located in the southwestern part of Iceland, is a region celebrated for its exceptional geological fe

Bjarnarfjörður is a fjord in the Westfjords, south of Veiðileysufjörður and north of Steingrímsfjörður. Bjarnarfjörður is known for its untouched isolation, its stunning hiking trails and the playful

Austari-Jokulsa (East Jokulsa River), 'The Beast of the East', is a glacier river in Skagafjordur district. With its strong stream, wild canyon scenery and heart-pumping whitewater, it is conside

Vestari Jokulsa, a.k.a. Jokulsa vestri ('West Glacial River') is a glacial river in Skagafjordur. It is a highly popular river for rafting. Explore this area on a self drive tour in Iceland.Hvorfor du kan stole på innholdet vårtGuide to Iceland er Islands mest brukte reiseplattform og hjelper mill

Kaldbakur is the highest mountain in the Westfjords. Photo from Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by Hansueli Krapf. No edits made.Hvorfor du kan stole på innholdet vårtGuide to Iceland er Islands mes

Photo by Richard Chapman Selatangar is the ruins of a coastal fishing station in Iceland. It can be found in the south of the Reykjanes Peninsula, 14 kilometres (8.5 miles) east of the town of Grin

Photo from Wikimedia Commons, by Touristlink No Edits made. The Hafnarborg Center of Culture and Fine Art, spelled “Hafnarfjörður” in Icelandic, is a public museum that serves as the center of Hafnarfjordur’s art scene. The museum opened its doors in 1983 and has become a hub for leading Icela

The Skansinn fort on Heimaey Island invites exploration of its historical features and scenic surroundings, offering a glimpse into its fascinating past. The fort is in a picturesque bayside area and boasts stunning vistas. It's steeped in history and a testament to the island's resilience. Visito

Móði, along with its neighbour Magni, is one of the two newest craters in Iceland. Explore this crater on a self drive tour in Iceland.Hvorfor du kan stole på innholdet vårtGuide to Iceland er Islands mest brukte reiseplattform og hjelper millioner av besøkende hvert år. Tekstene våre er skrevet o

Álftanes is a town and former municipality in Iceland, located roughly twenty minutes drive from the capital, Reykjavik, on the northeastern point of the Reykjanes Peninsula. Explore this area whi

Þorlákshöfn is the main town of the Ölfus district in South Iceland, located on the South Shore. It has a population of about 1,400 people and is a main port for South Iceland. It is important as a

Nesjavellir is a geothermal area in southwest Iceland. It is most famous for being home to the Nesjavellir geothermal power station, the second largest of its kind in the country. Explore this are

Hoffellsjokull is an outlet glacier in Southeast Iceland. The glacier, called Hoffellsjökull in Icelandic, is an outlet glacier of the Vatnajokull ice cap, Iceland's largest glacier. It extends down from the vast ice sheet, carving through rugged terrain, creating a mesmerizing spectacle of ice an

Herdubreidarlindir is an oasis situated near Herdubreid mountain north of Vatnajokull glacier. The area features a campground and hiking trails and is popular with travellers. More than 72 vascular

Naustahvilft, or the Troll Seat, is an unusual depression in the Kirkjubolsfjall mountain overlooking the town and fjord of Isafjordur. The hiking trail that leads to Naustahvilft is short, steep, and very rewarding. Naustahvilft is a beautiful and dramatic geological feature in the Kirkjubolsfjal