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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.

You can also plan your bus travel from A to Z and add numerous bus rides to your cart. Plan away!

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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Eldgja 21 km-Hut Sveinstindur 13 km<- Holaskjol-> Klaustur 53 km

Holaskjol Mountain Hut

Region: Highland
Coordinates: 63.9077545° N 18.6048317° W

Holaskjol, sheltered by Mounds Lambaskardsholar, offers mountain hut accommodation in a beautiful location just off the Landmanna Route, near the rivers Sydri Ofaera and Skafta and the magnificent fissure Eldgja. It is and excellent spot for a further exploration of the area on foot.

In Holaskjol  we have room for 61 people with sleeping bags in a two-floor mountain lodge. The floors are separated and both have a private entrance, a kitchen, WC and a shower.

There are also 4 cabins with WC and a kitchen that can be rented as a sleeping bag accommodation 4 people maximum per cabin.  Shower is in a separate hut.

Holaskjol campsite

Holaskjol in Icelandic

A few hours walk from Holaskjol to Skaelingar Hut, Utivist Touring Association

Transport from Holaskjol to Skaelingur hut area is available up on request.
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Hiking Holaskjol to Thorsmork

Angling in Langisjor

Photo Credit: holaskjol.com

More about Iceland when Travel:
Highlands Routes
Bus Schedule in Iceland

Mountain Huts Fjallabak area

Mountain Huts in Icelandic

 

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby Holaskjol Mountain Hut

Alftavatnskrokur Dell
Skaelingar
Laki, Lakagigar
Eldgja Fissure
Fagrifoss Waterfall
Granahaugar Burial Site
Utivist Travel Association
Ofaerufoss
Iceland Highland Hiking Trails
Maelifell Mt.

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Holaskjol Mountain Hut

Hiking in Laki, Lakagigar
Granahaugar Burial Site
Holaskjol to Hvanngil Hike
Hiking Holaskjol to Thorsmork or Landmannalaugar
TUNGUFLJOT
Langisjor Angling
Iceland Highland Hiking Trails

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby Holaskjol Mountain Hut

Sveinstindur Mountain Hut Utivist
Utivist Mountain Hut Skaelingar
Strutur Mountain Hut Maelifellssandur
Alftavotn hut Utivist
Langisjor Angling
Holaskjol Camping
Accommodations in Fjallabak area

Links in Holaskjol Mountain Hut

Highland Map