- 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.
construction of the hydroelectric power station Burfell in 1970, the riverbed is almost empty. Between these two waterfalls the third and a nameless one decorates the landscape.
The Thjofafoss (The Waterfall of the Thieves) was named after thieves, who were punished for their crimes by drowning. The Trollkonuhlaup (The Giantess Waterfall) was named after the giantess, who lived in her cave in Mt. Burfell and wanted to be able to get to the other side of the river without getting wet. She threw some boulders into the river as stepping-stones. Her sister lived in a cave in Mt. Bjolfell near Mt. Hekla, and they visited each other every now and then.