- 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.
thriving whale processing station run by a Norwegian, Mr. Ellefsen. When the whale station burnt down in 1901, Mr. Ellefsen donated his dwelling to the Icelandic government. It was dismantled to be re-built on Lake Tjornin in Reykjavik, where today it serves as a banquet and reception centre for visiting dignitaries. The main source of employment is fishing and fish processing and tourism increases by the year. The nature at and near Flateyri is worth exploring. Geologically this is considered to be the oldest part of the West. In early winter 1995 Flateyri was struck by an avalanche, which destroyed many houses and nearly 30 persons perished. Since then, avalance obstructions have been erected in the slopes above the village.