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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
    • Fjords
    • Geysirs and Hot Springs
    • Glaciers
    • Historical Sites
    • Islands
    • Lakes
    • Mountains
    • Museums
    • Place of Interest
    • Rivers
    • Towns
    • Volcanos & Lava Fields
    • Waterfalls
  • What to do?
    • All Activities
    • Golf
    • Hiking
    • Horseriding
    • Hunting
    • Icelandic Forests
    • Lakefishing
    • Restaurant
    • Saga Trail
    • Salmon
    • Swimming Pools
    • Tours
    • 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.

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Recreation

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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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Baularvallavatn

Region: West Iceland
Coordinates: 64.9195° N 22.8847° W

Lake Baularvallavatn has an area of 1,6 km², reaches the depth of 47 m and is situated 193 m above sea level. of lake char and brown trout.

The farm Baularvellir, near the lake, was abandoned last century. This happened after the farm had been attacked by a monster and almost leveled. The lady of the house was alone at home with her children. She escaped narrowly. According to the legend there should be a monster in the lake, which is held responsible for this attack.

Fishing Card:
Daily opening hours
Fishing is allowed from dawn to dusk. Season: Spring to 30th September.
Bait: All bait is allowed: fly, worm and lure.
Contact / landlord: Vegamót. Tel: (+354) 435-6690
The distance from the capital is about 190 km by the Whale Bay tunnel,and about 20 km from Grundarfjorður and Stykkishólmur.
West Iceland Saga Trail

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby Baularvallavatn

Grundarfjordur
Stykkisholmur
Alftafjordur
Berserkjahraun
Bolstadur
Gvendareyjar Islands
Hoskuldsey Island
Thorisholmi Island
Stadur Parsonage
Oxney Island
Olkelda Spring
Vadstakksey Island
Breidafjordur Islands
Bjarnarhofn Church
Stykkisholmur Church
GOLF CLUB STADARSVEIT
GOLF CLUB VESTARR Golf Course Bararvollur
GOLF CLUB MOSTRI Golf Course Vikurvollur
THINGVELLIR West Iceland
STYKKISHOLMUR SWIMMING POOL
NORWEGIAN HOUSE - REGIONAL MUSEUM, Stykkisholmur
VOLCANO MUSEUM, Stykkisholmur
LIBRARY OF WATER, Stykkisholmur
EIDARSETUR ICELAND Stykkisholmur
GALLERY LUNDI. Stykkisholmur
GRUNDARFJORDUR SWIMMING POOL
GRUNDARFJORDUR INFORMATION CENTER
BJARNARHOFN
HELGAFELL

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Baularvallavatn

VATNSHOLTSVOTN
LANGAVATN
STADARA - HAGAVATN
LAROS
Hraunfjordur Lagoon
HRAUNSFJARDARVATN
SELVALLAVATN
GOTUVATN
GOLF CLUB STADARSVEIT
GOLF CLUB VESTARR Golf Course Bararvollur
GOLF CLUB MOSTRI Golf Course Vikurvollur
STYKKISHOLMUR SWIMMING POOL
NORWEGIAN HOUSE - REGIONAL MUSEUM, Stykkisholmur
VOLCANO MUSEUM, Stykkisholmur
LIBRARY OF WATER, Stykkisholmur
GALLERY LUNDI. Stykkisholmur
GRUNDARFJORDUR SWIMMING POOL
GRUNDARFJORDUR INFORMATION CENTER
HIKING TRAILS SNAEFELLSNES

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby Baularvallavatn

Camping in Stykkisholmur
Camping in Grundarfjordur

Links in Baularvallavatn