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About Iceland

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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

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We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of places of interest in Iceland, whether it be churches, glaciers, islands or waterfalls.

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Recreation

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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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LJOSAVATN. Angling

Region: North Iceland
Coordinates: 65.683° N 17.643272° W

Lake Ljosavatn has an area of 3,2 km². Its greatest depth is 35 m and it is situated 105 m above sea level. It is connected with lake Litlu-Tjarnarvatn and its discharge is river Djupa, which tributes to the glacial river Skjalfandafljot.

The catch consists of lake char (½-1 pounders) and brown trout. Salmon fries have been released into the discharge. Road no. 1 passes the lake and a byroad lies around it.

The distance from the capital is 434 km by the Whale Bay tunnel, 32 km from Akureyri and 63 km

Sagas of IcelandLjosavatn saga

Fishing card:

Location:
Ljósavatn is at Ljósavatnsskarð, Suður-Þingeyjarsýslu, to the east of Akureyri, the capital of Northern Iceland.

Distance from Reykjavík and the nearest township:
You drive eastward through Akureyri, in the direction of Húsavík. The lake is situated approx. 25 km. from Akureyri and 415 km from Reykjavík, through the Vaðlaheiðargöng (Tunnel).

Practical information:
Ljósavatn rises to 105 m. above sea level, covering just about 3.2 km2. The deepest point is 35 m., with an average deep of 10 m.
Ljósavatn has become increasingly popular, particularly among families, who like to combine camping and fishing. Highway 1 runs directly to the lake, and thus provides an easy access.
Ljósavatn has various tributaries, including Geitá and Litlutjarnarlæk. Djúpá is its main outflow.

Fishing area:
See map for restricted area in the land of Vatnsendi.

Accommodation:
Organised campsites are located near the lake.
Permits can be bought at Sigríðarstaðir and Fosshóll.

Fishing potential:
Char and brown trout..

Daily Opening Hours:
No limits.

Season:
May 20th to September 30th.

Bait:
All bait is allowed: Fly, worm and lure.

Best time of the year:
The best catch is early in the early season, particularly in May, June and early July.

Rules:
Littering and off-road driving is strictly forbidden. Cardholders must sign up at one of the places of contact and show both the Veiðikortið and an appropriate ID. Children under 14 are allowed for free, if accompanied by adult cardholder.

Contacts/Landlords:
Sigurður Birgisson, Krossi, tel. (+354)894-957 Kross and Hulda Svanbergsdottir, Krossi tel. (+354)868-1975.

Fishing card only costs 9.900 ISK.

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby LJOSAVATN. Angling

Godafoss
Vaglaskogur
Kaupangur Church
Ljosavatn
FNJOSKA
GOLF COURSE LEIFSSTADIR Eyjafjordur
THE CHRISTMAS GARDEN
ILLUGASTADIR Fnjoska Valley
Hiking Trails Eyjafjordur Area
Travel Guide North Iceland
MULI
Melgerdismelar

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby LJOSAVATN. Angling

Ljosavatn
FNJOSKA
Skjalfandafljot fishing
REYKJADALSA - EYVINDARLAEKUR
HOLAVATN
MIKLAVATN Adaldal
GOLF COURSE LEIFSSTADIR Eyjafjordur
THE CHRISTMAS GARDEN
ILLUGASTADIR Fnjoska Valley
Hiking Trails Eyjafjordur Area
Melgerdismelar

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby LJOSAVATN. Angling

Godafoss Camping
Hotel North near Akureyri
Hotel Sveinbjarnargerdi Eyjafjordur

Links in LJOSAVATN. Angling

Fishing card