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About Iceland

Let us quench your thirst for knowledge about Iceland, whether it be geography, historical trivia or geological information.

Browse our impressive catalogue of information about Iceland and you will soon find out that your subject of interest is just one click away.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.
  • Where to GO?
  • WHAT TO SEE?
    • All Attractions
    • Churches
    • Farms
    • Film locations
    • Fjords
    • Geysirs and Hot Springs
    • Glaciers
    • Historical Sites
    • Islands
    • Lakes
    • Mountains
    • Museums
    • Place of Interest
    • Plains
    • Rivers
    • Towns
    • Volcanos & Lava Fields
    • Waterfalls
  • What to do?
    • All Activities
    • Deep Sea Fishing
    • Golf
    • Hiking
    • Horseriding
    • Hunting
    • Icelandic Forests
    • Lakefishing
    • Murders
    • Restaurant
    • Saga Trail
    • Salmon
    • Swimming Pools
    • Tours
    • Travel Planning
    • Trout
    • Wintersport
  • WHERE TO STAY ?
    • All Accommodation
    • Camping
    • Cottages
    • Farm Holidays
    • Guesthouses
    • Hostels
    • Hotels
    • Mountain Huts

Travel Guide

We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of places of interest in Iceland, whether it be churches, glaciers, islands or waterfalls.

We’ve also gleaned information about accommodation options all over the country, so you don’t have to. Simply select your area and start browsing.

Bus Schedules

Travel Iceland by bus and book your transport right here with us. You can book a one way ticket to almost anywhere in Iceland.

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Recreation

Travel Market

Iceland has so many great options for any type of recreational activities. Our recreation guide will help you find great information on your favourite hobby or interest while visiting our beautiful country.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.

The Nine Wonders of Iceland

We split Iceland into nine different regions to make your search for information easier. Simply click on the region you want to explore and read about towns, attractions, hiking, accommodation and more.

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GRUNDARTJARNIR

Region: North Iceland
Coordinates: 65.602° N 20.259° W

The two lakes, Grundartjarnir, have areas of 0,6 and 1,0 km². They are situated at 500 m above sea level in the valley Svinadalur. To get to the lakes the anglers have to conquer the mountain slopes first (Svínadalsfjall).

The number of fishing permits per day is not limited. The catch consists of 1 – 2,5 pound lake chars. The best catch can be expected during still and sunny weather conditions. The lakes are located about 1 km from the farm Grund.

The distance from the capital is 248 km and 26 km from Blonduos.

Sydri Grund Tel.:

Grundartjarnir in Icelandic

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby GRUNDARTJARNIR

Blonduos
Vatnsdalur
Thingeyrar
Stora Gilja
Laxarvatn Power Plant
Audkula Church
Thingeyra Church
Thingeyrar monestary
Blonduos Swimming pool
HILLEBRANDTS HOUSE BLONDUOS
HIKING TRAILS HUNA DISTRICTS NORTH ICELAND
BORGARVIRKI
HINDISVIK
HAUKAGIL

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby GRUNDARTJARNIR

Vatnsdalsa River
Laxarvatn Power Plant
Svinavatn Lake
LAXA a ASUM
Blanda
BLANDA II
SVARTA
LAXA in REFASVEIT
HOP
HUNAVATN
HNAUSATJORN - FLODID
Laxarvatn
Blonduos Swimming pool
HILLEBRANDTS HOUSE BLONDUOS
HIKING TRAILS HUNA DISTRICTS NORTH ICELAND
Travel Guide North Iceland West
North Iceland Saga
GRIMSTUNGA
HOF in VALLEY VATNSDALUR

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby GRUNDARTJARNIR

Trolli, Gonguskord Mountain hut TCS
Camping in Blonduos
Hotel Blanda Blonduos

Links in GRUNDARTJARNIR