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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

Travel Iceland by bus and book your transport right here with us. You can book a one way ticket to almost anywhere in Iceland.

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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.

NAT

Egilsstadir 28 km<- Hallormsstadur->Breiddalsvik 35 km via Oxi route

Hallormsstadur

Region: East Iceland
Coordinates: 65.0989° N 14.7208° W

About Hallormsstadur

The Hallormsstadur forest is the largest in the country. In 1899 the parliament passed a law for the protection of the remaining forest and the reforestation of the area. A century later the forested area has increased tremendously in area, and continues to do so. Hallormsstaður is located on a 35 km long glacial lake and down by a small cove, Atlavik, are good camping grounds, where families gather during weekends and holidays and all kinds of festivities are celebrated during summer. One of the celebrities, who appeared there late last century was one of the Beatles, Ringo Starr.

The arboretum of the forest is well worth visiting. Visitors, who are accommodated in the hotels on the spot can enjoy leisurely walks in the woods or rent horses for short tours. At the nearby farm Eyjolfsstadir, a guesthouse also accommodates visitors.

Hallormsstadur forest in Icelandic

Photo Credit: Christoph L. Hess

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby Hallormsstadur

Egilsstadir - Fellabaer
River Hengifossa
Lagarfljot
Skriduklaustur
Valthjofsstadur Church
Skriddalur Valley
Parthus Farm
Map of Central Eastern Area
Litlanesfoss
Fardagafoss
As Church - Fell County
GOLF CLUB FLJOTSDALSHERAD
Augustine monestary at Skrida
MIDHUS
Farm BRU
Murders and Executions East Iceland
Egilsstadir Swimming Pool
MOORLANDS of the EAST

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Hallormsstadur

Fardagafoss
RANGA Egilsstadir
EYVINDARA
Mulaa, near Egilsstadir
KELDUA
BESSASTADAVOTN
SANDVATN
Urridavatn
REYDARVATN
SKRIDUVATN
HAUGATJARNIR
GOLF CLUB FLJOTSDALSHERAD
Egilsstadir Swimming Pool

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby Hallormsstadur

Camping in Egilsstadir
Camping Hallormstadur Atlavik
Hotel Lake Egilsstadir
Hotel Eyvindara Egilsstadir
Hotel 1001 Nott Egilsstadir
Hotel Hallormsstadur
Hotel Valaskjalf Hallormsstadur
Luxury Hotels in East Iceland
Camping Skipalaekur

Links in Hallormsstadur