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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

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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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GLERHALLAVIK SKAGAFJORDUR

Region: North Iceland
Coordinates: 65.8209° N 19.6405° W

The Cove of the Iceland spar is situated under the sheer cliffs of Mt Tindastoll north of the farm Reykir (north of the town Saudarkrokur).  It has been known for centuries for its Iceland spar, which is created in cavities of the tertiary basaltic strata of geothermal areas all over the country.

The brakers and other erosive forces loosen those crystals and then the sea polishes them.  The collection of half precious stones in the cove is forbidden unless a special permission is granted. According to the legends the cliffs are the abode of an elf princess.

Glerhallavik in Icelandic

Quick reference guide for North Iceland

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby GLERHALLAVIK SKAGAFJORDUR

Saudarkrokur
Hofsos
Mt Tindastoll
Selvik Cove
Reynistadur Church Farm
Malmey Island
Hofsos Pakkhus (Old Warehouse)
Drangey Island
Grof Church Skagafjordur
HOFDAVATN
GOLF CLUB SAUDARKROKUR
GOLF COURSE LONKOT Slettuhlid,
GROF SKAGAFJORDUR
The convent of Reynistadur
SAUDARKROKUR SWIMMING POOL
HOFSOS SWIMMING POOL
KOLKUOS
GONGUSKARDSA POWER PLANT
Arctic Coast Way 3 Saudarkrokur via Hofsos to Siglufjordur
HOFDI in SKAGAFJORDUR
Hegranes Skagafjordur
GRETTISLAUG SKAGAFJORDUR
Icelandic Immigrants
Icelandic Emigration Centre

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby GLERHALLAVIK SKAGAFJORDUR

LAXA in SKEFILSTADAHREPPUR
SAEMUNDARA
FLOKADALSA
HOFDAVATN
SLETTUHLIDARVATN
HOPSVATN - FLOKADALSVATN
HROLLEIFSDALSA
GOLF CLUB SAUDARKROKUR
GOLF COURSE LONKOT Slettuhlid,
GLAUMBAER SKAGAFJORDUR FOLK MUSEUM
SELA CATCHMENT AREA
ARAVATN
MALLANDSVOTN
The convent of Reynistadur
SAUDARKROKUR SWIMMING POOL
HOFSOS SWIMMING POOL
KOLKUOS
GONGUSKARDSA POWER PLANT
Arctic Coast Way 3 Saudarkrokur via Hofsos to Siglufjordur
Hegranes Skagafjordur
VALLHOLMI

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby GLERHALLAVIK SKAGAFJORDUR

Camping in Hofsos
Camping in Saudarkrokur
Trolli, Gonguskord Mountain hut TCS
Guesthouse Puffin Palace Saudarkrokur
Guesthouse Mikligardur - Saudarkrokur
Guesthouse Reykir Skagafjordur
Lonkot Skagafjordur

Links in GLERHALLAVIK SKAGAFJORDUR