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About Iceland

Let us quench your thirst for knowledge about Iceland, whether it be geography, historical trivia or geological information.

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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.

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Bus Schedules

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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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Reykjavegur Hike

Region: Reykjanes
Coordinates: 63.8152102° N 22.7126039° W
Hiking time: Various
Difficulty: moderate
Length: Various km
Elevation: Various m
Highest Point: Various m


The Reykjavegur hiking trail is divided into a few easy stages and at the end of this suggested program, it is easy to add more stages. This program starts at the lighthouse on Reykjanes and ends at the geothermal power station Nesjavellir. Each stage can be covered in one day and the hikers can be picked up at the end or they can pitch their tents or enjoy the services where they are available:

  1. The Reykjanes lighthouse – The Blue Lagoon 19 km.
  2. The Blue Lagoon – The Leirdalur Valley (Fagradalsfjall) 13 km.
  3. The Leirdalur Valley (Fagradalsfjall) – Lake Djupavatn 14 km.
  4. Lake Djupavatn – Summer Camp Kaldarsel 18 km.
  5. Kaldarsel – The Blue Mountains (ski resort) 16 km.
  6. The Blue Mountains – The Hamragil Gorge 20 km.
  7. Hamragil – Nesjavellir (power station) 14 km.

The trails are mostly marked with blue sticks and en route are signs showing detours to places of interest or the nearest farm or village. The terrain en route is mainly tufted meadows, mossy lava fields, barren sands, and hillocks. This is probably the longest, marked hiking trail of the country and at the end of each stage, drinking water and toilets are available, but it is recommended always to carry sufficient supplies of water for each leg.

A booklet with maps and more detailed information on this trail is available in many shops and petrol stations. This route requires good hiking gear, watertight wear, and good shoes. Every hiker and nature lover follows the instructions of The Nature Preservation Counsel.

Reykjavegur in Icelandic

Photo Credit: Wikimedia Creative Commons.

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby Reykjavegur Hike

Vogar
The Blue Lagoon
Njardvik Reykjanesbaer
Keflavik International Airport
Reykjanesbaer - Keflavik
Hafnir Reykjanesbaer
Grindavik
Vogastapi Headland
Vatnsleysustrond
Vatnsleysa Farms
Trolladyngja
Mt Fagradalsfjall
Stapafell
Stakksfjordur
Stafnes/Basendar
Stadur church Reykjanes
Selatangar - Mt. Festarfjall
Reykjanes Peninsula
Reykjanes
Hafnaberg Cliff
Kalmanstjorn Farm
Map of Southwest Iceland
Map of The Reykjanes Area
Eldey Island
Bridge Between Two Continents
Hvalsnes Church
Svartsengi Geothermal Power Plant
Grindavik Swimming Pool
Vogar Swimming Pool
Gunnuhver
Sandvik
GOLF CLUB GRINDAVIK
GOLF CLUB VATNSLEYSUSTROND
NATO BASE KEFLAVIK AIRPORT BASE HISTORY
KUAGERDI
REYKJANES UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK
Saga Trail Reykjanes
Arnarsetur
Geirfuglasker
Reykjanes Travel guide
Mt Thorbjorn

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Reykjavegur Hike

The Blue Lagoon
Grindavik
Selatangar - Mt. Festarfjall
Reykjanes Peninsula
Hiking Trails - Reykjanes Peninsula
Vogar - Njardvik Hike
Map of Southwest Iceland
Map of The Reykjanes Area
Svartsengi Geothermal Power Plant
Grindavik Swimming Pool
Vogar Swimming Pool
GOLF CLUB GRINDAVIK
GOLF CLUB VATNSLEYSUSTROND
REYKJANES UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK
Saga Trail Reykjanes
Junkaragerdi
Reykjanes Travel guide
Mt Thorbjorn

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby Reykjavegur Hike 954

Vogar
Camping in Grindavik
Camping in Vogar
Hotel Keflavik
Guesthouse Keflavik
Hotel Keilir
Guesthouse Alex
Hotel Grindavik
Hotel Vogar
Airport Hotel Aurora Star
Airport Hotel Eldey
Hotel Grasteinn
Hotel Duus Keflavik
Hotel Volcano Grindavik
Cottages Harbour View Grindavik

Links in Reykjavegur Hike