- 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.
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HEIDARVATN, Angling
Region: South IcelandCoordinates: 63.527° N 18.9133° W
Lake Heidarvatn in Myrdalur has an area of 0,2 km². Its greatest depth is 30 m and its discharge, Kerlingadalsa, spills into the ocean a few km east of the village Vik. There is a hut with lavatories (restrooms) on the lake. The catch consists of lake char, brown trout, sea trout and the occasional salmon. Sometimes individual anglers catch up to 20 fishes per day. The worst fishing conditions are when the sun is shining brightly and sometimes the fishing is at its best in the evening. The lake is easily accessible by car.
The distance from the capital is about 190 km.
