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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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Mt. Sulur Hike

Region: North Iceland
Coordinates: 65.6110217° N 18.1886816° W
Hiking time: 2-4 hours
Difficulty: moderate
Length: 5 km to summit km
Elevation: 880 m
Highest Point: 1.213 m


Distance to summit about 5 km. Vertical ascent about 880 m.
The route is marked with yellow/red sticks. It is quite steep in the upper reaches. On a fine day the view is excellent toward north and east. In good conditions a walk from the summit of Mt Ytri-Sula to Sydri-Sula offers a good view to the south.

Photo Credit: Ævar Arnfjörð Bjarnason

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby Mt. Sulur Hike

Akureyri
Hrafnagil
Munkatvera Church
Vaglaskogur
Thelamork
Eyjafjardara Estuary River
Kaupangur Church
Modruvellir Church
Saurbaer Church in Eyjafjordur
Akureyri Church
Grund Church
Around Iceland in 7 Days
FNJOSKA
AKUREYRI GOLF CLUB
GOLF COURSE THVERA
GOLF COURSE LEIFSSTADIR Eyjafjordur
MODRUFELL
AKUREYRI BOTANICAL GARDENS
SIGURHAEDIR
NONNI HOUSE
THE MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM OF ICELAND
THE INDUSTRIAL MUSEUM
SVERRIR HERMANNSSONS SMALLEXHIBITS
HRAFNAGIL SWIMMING POOL
AKUREYRI SWIMMING POOL
FRIDBJARNARHUS
SAFNASAFNID MUSEUM
MAK - AKUREYRI CULTURE SOCIETY
THE CHRISTMAS GARDEN
THELAMORK SWIMMING POOL
THE AVIATION MUSEUM
AKUREYRI ART MUSEUM
Hlidarfjall ski area
AKUREYRI INNER TOWN
GLERARHVERFI AKUREYRI .
ILLUGASTADIR Fnjoska Valley
GASIR
Hiking Trails Eyjafjordur Area
Travel Guide North Iceland
Svalbardseyri
Munkathvera farm
MODRUVELLIR FARM
Flight to Akureyri from Europe
Akureyri International Airport
Melgerdismelar
Bus tours from Akureyri North Iceland

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Mt. Sulur Hike

Thelamork
Eyjafjardara River
Eyjafjardara Estuary River
Hiking in Akureyri Area
FNJOSKA
HORGA
HOLAVATN
AKUREYRI GOLF CLUB
GOLF COURSE THVERA
GOLF COURSE LEIFSSTADIR Eyjafjordur
INTO THE ARCTIC - NORDURSLOD
MYRKA
AKUREYRI BOTANICAL GARDENS
SIGURHAEDIR
NONNI HOUSE
THE MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM OF ICELAND
DAVIDSHUS - HOME OF DAVID STEFANSSON
THE INDUSTRIAL MUSEUM
SVERRIR HERMANNSSONS SMALLEXHIBITS
HRAFNAGIL SWIMMING POOL
AKUREYRI SWIMMING POOL
FRIDBJARNARHUS
SAFNASAFNID MUSEUM
MAK - AKUREYRI CULTURE SOCIETY
THE CHRISTMAS GARDEN
THELAMORK SWIMMING POOL
THE AVIATION MUSEUM
AKUREYRI ART MUSEUM
Hlidarfjall ski area
AKUREYRI INNER TOWN
Valley Glerardalur Hiking Trails
ILLUGASTADIR Fnjoska Valley
GASIR
Hiking Trails Eyjafjordur Area
Bautinn restaurant Akureyri
Flight to Akureyri from Europe
Akureyri International Airport
Melgerdismelar
Bus tours from Akureyri North Iceland

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby Mt. Sulur Hike 954

Mountain hut Lambi, Glerardalur ATA
Akureyri Touring Association ATA
Lonsa Camping, Akureyri
Camping Hamrar Akureyri
Guesthouse Lam Inn Eyjafjordur
HOTEL AKUREYRI
Hotel Apartment Acco Akureyri
Hostel Akureyri
Guesthouse Asar Eyjafjordur
Apartment Briet Akureyri
Cottage Brunalaug Holiday Eyjafjordur
Guesthouse Baegisa Horgardalur
Hotel Centrum Akureyri
Hotel Hafdals Eyjafjordur
Hotel North near Akureyri
Hotel Sveinbjarnargerdi Eyjafjordur
Hotel Kea Akureyri

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