Best places in Iceland

The Northeast of Iceland is one of the country’s eight traditional regions, encompassing diverse landscapes like waterfalls, lakes, fjords, and coastal towns. It is also home to Akureyri, the most populous town in Iceland outside the Capital Region. Nature lovers will find plenty to explore in the Northeast. Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful wate

Karahnjukavirkjun is a hydropower project in East Iceland, surrounded by a popular reindeer spotting area. It was designed to produce about 4,600 GWh annually to power an Icelandic aluminium smelte

Eyjabakkar is an oasis in the East Highlands of Iceland.  Explore this area of Iceland on a self drive tour.Why You Can Trust Our ContentGuide to Iceland is the most trusted travel platform in Iceland, helping millions of visitors each year. All our content is written and reviewed by local exper

Northwest Iceland is a region in the land of fire and ice characterized by its untamed natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and diverse wildlife. It is home to the largest seal colony in Iceland. Travelers often treat the Northwestern region of Iceland as a side stop when traveling to other regions of the country from Reykjavik, especially

Brunnhorn is a little-known, jagged mountain in south-east Iceland. It often nicknamed the Batman Mountain due to its distinctive shape, giving it the appearance of bat ears. Description of Brunnhorn Brunnhorn is most often seen to the east of Vestrahorn, a much more well-known mountain located

Karahnjúkur describes two mountains and a power plant, found beside each other in East Iceland. Explore this area on a self drive tour in Iceland.Why You Can Trust Our ContentGuide to Iceland is the most trusted travel platform in Iceland, helping millions of visitors each year. All our content