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Hverir and Namafjall

05 July 2026

Located in the Lake Myvatn region with its countless tourist attractions, there is one site you can't miss, Namafjall - Hverir. Very easy to get to, less than 5 kilometers from the small town of Reykjavlíð, Námafjáll is the name of a mountain and at its foot lies Hv

The Haifoss Waterfall

28 June 2026

The magnificent Haifoss waterfall, literally “high waterfall” in Icelandic, is the 3rd highest waterfall in Iceland. Located in the lush Þjórsárdalur (Thjorsardalur) valley, this particular fall is often forgotten by tourists, but it's their loss! The Fossá trib

Iceland in summer

21 June 2026

Iceland in summer is almost a different country than in winter. Summer is the most popular season for tourists, as the long summer days will give you time to see as many sights as you can fit into your schedule. And of course, the temperatures are milder and this is the

The Valahnúkur Hiking Trail

14 June 2026

Mount Valahnúkur is a 458-meter tall promontory hidden in the fantastic Thórsmörk Valley in southern Iceland. Valahnúkur is impressive in itself, but people come here for the legendary hiking trail winding up its flanks. The 360° panoramic view at its summit is amo

Vatnsnes peninsula

07 June 2026

The Vatnsnes Peninsula is located in the north of Iceland, just off the western fjords in Húnaflói Bay. The peninsula is often forgotten by tourists but it is still a part of the island with many points of interest. Interestingly, several polar bears that came straigh

Reykjavik: Travel guide

31 May 2026

Iceland's capital Reykjavík is the smallest in Europe. Indeed, despite a steadily increasing population, Reykjavík has only 122,000 inhabitants, 200,000 if you include the suburbs. Reykjavík literally means “the bay of smoke” and takes its name from the hot sprin

Sigöldugljúfur Canyon

24 May 2026

Sigöldugljúfur Canyon, known as the Canyon of the Valley of Tears, is a remote natural wonder lost in the highlands near the Landmannalaugar region. The magnificent Sigöldugljúfur canyon remains a bit of a secret, despite its beauty, and is not marked anywhere along

The Hot Waterfall of Laugarvellir

17 May 2026

The hot water waterfall of Laugarvellir is one of the hidden gems of eastern Iceland. The country has an incredible number of hot springs, but Laugarvellir is among the most famous, because while a hot pool sounds impressive, a hot waterfall sounds just divine. Lost in

Harpa: The Reykjavik Cultural Center

10 May 2026

Harpa is a world-famous building in the center of Reykjavik. Renowned for its modern architecture, this Icelandic icon is decorated in thousands of glass panels and serves as a theater, concert hall, auditorium, and convention center all at once. It is among the city's

The Stórurð (Storurd) Hiking Trails

03 May 2026

The eastern fjords of Iceland are famous for their hiking trails, and the ones that lead to Stórurð are some of the most beautiful in the region. Stórurð, the “Giant Boulders”, is an exceptional site at the foot of the majestic Dyrfjöll mountain range, very clo

Eystrahorn and Hvalnes Beach

26 April 2026

Eystrahorn is a splendid mountain located at the extreme south-east tip of Iceland. It is also called Austurhorn or Hvalnesfjall because it is located in direct proximity to the orange lighthouse of Hvalnes, which marks the border between the east and south of the islan

Iceland's most beautiful caves

19 April 2026

Iceland's geology is unique and as a result the country offers an impressive number of volcanic caves and glaciers offering guided tours. The list below is far from exhaustive but these are the most visited in the country and won't disappoint. If you appreciate the wond

The Hverfjall Crater

12 April 2026

Arriving near Lake Myvatn in northern Iceland, you really can't miss the Hverfjall volcano in the distance. You can't deny the crater is impressive. It's big, first of all, but there is also the jet black of its flanks, which contrasts sharply with the lush vegetation a

The guide to hot springs in Iceland

05 April 2026

Hot water rivers, geothermally heated pools, healing minerals... Icelanders are big fans of swimming and particularly in natural spring water with its many health benefits. The country has countless public swimming pools filled with healing natural waters, most of which

Kirkjufell Travel Guide

29 March 2026

Kirkjufell is a legendary mountain located on the Snaefellsnes peninsula. Particularly photogenic, this mountain is simply the most photographed site in Iceland. Many travel agencies use photos of Kirkjufell to illustrate the beauty of Iceland's landscapes. The Snaefel

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Hverir and Namafjall

The Haifoss Waterfall

Iceland in summer

The Valahnúkur Hiking Trail

Vatnsnes peninsula

Reykjavik: Travel guide

Sigöldugljúfur Canyon

The Hot Waterfall of Laugarvellir

Harpa: The Reykjavik Cultural Center

The Stórurð (Storurd) Hiking Trails

Eystrahorn and Hvalnes Beach

Iceland's most beautiful caves

The Hverfjall Crater

The guide to hot springs in Iceland

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