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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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LANGAVATN

Region: West Iceland
Coordinates: 64.85622° N 22.0987° W

Lake Langavatn has an area of 5,1 km². It is located 215 m above sea level with an area of 5,1 km² and its greatest depth is 36 m. It was created by the lava dam, which closed the valley during a prehistoric eruption. On its southeastern side is a refuge hut. River Langavatnsa enters the northern part of the lake and river Beila from the southeast. Its discharge is river Langa and at its exit a dam was built to regulate the flow to enable salmon rearing in the river.

The lake over abounds in lake char. It usually weighs no more than a pound, but there are occasional larger ones in-between. Brown trout is mostly caught near the mouths of the rivers entering the lake. Lake Langavatn is popular among families because of its richness in fish and natural beauty.

Fishing Card:
Location:
Langavatn is located in Langidalur in Mýrasýslu, belonging to the Borgarbyggð county.

Distance from Reykjavík and the nearest township:
The distance from Reykjavik is roughly 100 km, through Hvalfjarðargöng (Hvalfjörður Tunnel) on Highway 1 through Borgarnes and Svignaskarð. From Svignaskarð one drives about 13 km on a road on the left bank of Gljúfurá River.

Fishing area:
No restrictions.
Accommodation:
Camping is free of charge, however there are no toilets or any other hygiene facilities.
Fishing potential:
Langavatn harbours both char and brown trout, large and small. Fishing in nets is prohitibited to cardholders.
Daily opening hours:
Fishing is allowed from 07:00 to midnight
Season :
15th of June to 20th September.
Bait:
Bait allowed: fly, worm and lure.
Best time of the year:
Late spring and early summer are the prime time.
Rules:
Cardholders must carry the Veiðikortið and an appropriate ID on their person, ready for inspection at any time. Littering is strictly forbidden. Children under 14 are allowed for free, if accompanied by adult cardholders.
The catch must be announced to veidikortid@veidikortid.is or at www.veidikortid.is

Fishing card only costs 9.900 ISK.

Langavatn in Icelandic

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby LANGAVATN

Eldborg
Gullborgarhraun
Straumfjordur
Raudamelur Ytri Church Farm
Farm Breidabolstadur
HITARVATN
ODDASTADAVATN
HITARDALUR
LANGAVATNSDALUR
West Iceland Saga

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby LANGAVATN

Hitara
Haffjardara
STRAUMFJARDARA
SETBERGSA
Haukadalsa
GUFUARVATN
BLONDUVOTN
LONGUVOTN
HLIDARVATN
HITARDALUR
Hitardalur monestary
LANGAVATNSDALUR

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby LANGAVATN

Camping in Eldborg

Links in LANGAVATN

Fishing card