- 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.
natural harbour and the economy is based on fishing and the fish industry. Skiing is popular and the facilities and services for skiers rate among the best in the country. Like most places in North and Northwest Iceland, Olafsfjordur has produced many of the best Icelandic skiers. The climate is stable by Icelandic standards and summer temperatures in the high twenties Centigrade are frequent. There is a variety of interesting places to explore in and around Olafsfjordur. Hotel Olafsfjordur, offers good accommodations and free tours of the vicinity. The camping site and swimming pool are also very popular.