- 1. Reykjavík AreaReykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
- 2. ReykjanesReykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
- 3. West IcelandOne of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
- 4. WestfjordsAn isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
- 5. StrandirIf you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
- 6. North IcelandHome of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
- 7. South IcelandIceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
- 8. Highlands and interiorThe uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
- 9. East IcelandThe 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.
According to historical sources, Orlygur Hrappsson settled the land between Rivers Mogilsa and Osvifursa. Saint Patrick of Ireland appeared to him in a dream and advised him to move with his family to Iceland and settle, where he could see three split mountains from the sea. He missed them and sailed too far north, where he entered a long bay. He named it after the Saint and it still carries his name. (Patreksfjordur) On his way south again he found the right area and built his farm and named it Esjuberg. During the Saga Period it was occupied by the most prominent personality of the so-called Kjalnesinga Saga, Bui Andridarson.