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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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Markarfljot River

Region: South Iceland
Coordinates: 63.738013° N 19.3973259° W

The 1070 km² catchment area of the glacial river Markarfljot has to be forded on The Middle Route. The river is about 100 km long and when it is swollen with meltwater it can become an obstacle and difficult to tackle.

Its 200 m deep canyon above the confluence of river Sydri-Emstrua is one of the sights worth seeing. This river used to create havoc in the lowlands by wandering about and changing its course before it was hemmed in with dikes and bridged in 1934 near road to Thorsmork wear you can see waterfall Seljalandsfoss.

The old bridge has been demolished. White water rafting on the river enjoys an increasing popularity.

Markarfljot in Icelandic

Driving Fjallabak Middel Route 

Photo Credit: Reykholt

Get an education when travel:

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby Markarfljot River

Einhyrningur Mountain
Seljaland Caves
Eyjafjallajokull Glacier
Stakkholt Gorge
Lake Alftavatn
Basar Valley Thorsmork
Torfajokull glacier
Teigstungur
Sottarhellir Cave Thorsmork
Merkurtungur Thorsmork
Maelifellssandur
Emstrur
Godaland Fljotshlid County to Thorsmork
Husadalur Thorsmork
Hrafntinnusker
Hamraskogar Thorsmork
Thorsmork
Thorolfsfell
Seljavallalaug
Sydra Fjallabak 4x4 Trail
Tindfjallajokull Glacier
Godahraun: Magni and Modi
Langidalur Valley - Thorsmork
Gigjokull Glacier
Map of Landmannalaugar/Fjallabak North & South
Almenningar - Laugavegur Hiking Trail
Tindfjoll
Thorsmork Native Birchwoods
KVERNA
Practical information before enter Highlands
Tindfjallasel. Hungurfit
Thorsmork to see and do

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Markarfljot River

Hiking in Thorsmork
Lake Alftavatn
Maelifellssandur
Seljavallalaug
Alftavatn - Emstrur - Thorsmork Hike
Map of Landmannalaugar/Fjallabak North & South
Alftavatn Restaurant - Volcano Huts
Thorsmork Native Birchwoods
GALTALAEKUR
KVERNA
Practical information before enter Highlands
Thorsmork to see and do

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby Markarfljot River

Mountain Huts, Camping in Thorsmork
ITA Hrafntinnusker Mountain Hut
Alftavatn Huts ITA
Emstrur Botnar Mountain Huts ITA
Volcano Huts - Husadalur Thorsmork
Skagafjordsskali Mountain Hut Thorsmork ITA
Basar Mountain Huts in Thorsmork Utivist
Fimmvorduhals Mountain Hut - Utivist
Baldvinsskali Mountain Hut -ITA
Hvanngil Hut ITA
Sydra Fjallabak 4x4 Trail
Thorsmork Mountain Huts
Tindfjallasel. Hungurfit
Luxury accommodations in Highland
Camping Thorsmork
Camping Alftavatn
Camping Emstrur
Camping at Hrafntinnusker

Links in Markarfljot River