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About Iceland

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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.

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Bus Schedules

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Recreation

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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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Blonduvatn

Region: Highland
Coordinates: 65.24085° N 19.7723° W

Lake Blonduvatn

The lake is located in the northwest of Iceland upon a heath called Eyvindarstadaheidi. The lake is about 1 km² and is known as a very good lake for arctic char. The char in the lake are of a really decent size and fish of around 5 lbs are not uncommon. The scenery is classic Icelandic heathland with moors and low-rise plants.

Fishing area: Fishing is allowed in the whole lake
Season and fishing hours
From when the road opens till September 30. Please refer to www.road.is | The Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration for information.

Fishing is allowed around the clock – No set opening hours

Rules
Boats: Belly boats and kayak’s – Bigger boats are not allowed
Camping: Yes – Sleeping bag accommodations also available at the Galtara mountain lodge

How to get there
The distance from Reykjavik is around 244 km and about 75 km from the town of Blonduos. Once you reach the town of Blonduos, continue on Road 1 until making a right turn on to Kjalvegur (F35). Make a left turn on to Maelifellsdalvegur once you reach the Blanda lagoon. Drive over the Blanda dam and make a right turn on to Vesturheidarvegur. Follow the road for around 6km and then you will arrive at the lake. We recommend having a 4×4 car for this trip. Distance from Reykjavík: 244km

Average size: 1-2lbs
Number of rods:
Tackle: Fly, Spinners, bait
Fishing equipment: #4 – #6
The best flies: Streamers and nymphs
Accessability: Easy

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Blonduvatn in Icelandic

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby Blonduvatn

Mt Maelifellshnjukur

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Blonduvatn

LAKES on the GRIMSTUNGA MOORLAND
FRIDMUNDARVOTN: AUDKULUHEIDI MOORLAND
Lakes: Audkuluheidi - Grimstunguheidi - Eyvindarstadaheidi

WHERE TO STAY?
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