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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.

You can also plan your bus travel from A to Z and add numerous bus rides to your cart. Plan away!

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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MIKLAVATN

Region: North Iceland
Coordinates: 66.08396° N 19.1733455° W

Lake Miklavatn has an area of 6,6 km². Its greatest depth is 23 m and it is situated at sea level. A few brooks and rivers empty into it and its discharge spills into the sea through a narrow gravel reef.

The lake abounds in sea char and sea trout and some salmon runs through it for the river Fljotaa. Lake char and brown trout are also caught in the lake, as well as a few species of sea fishes (cod, plaice, herring).

The distance from the capital is about 390 km, 36 km from Hofsos and 24 km from Siglufjordur.

Miklavat in Icelandic

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby MIKLAVATN

Siglufjordur
Hofsos
Siglunes
Malmey Island
Hofsos Pakkhus (Old Warehouse)
HOFDAVATN
SIGLUFJORDUR GOLF CLUB
GOLF COURSE LONKOT Slettuhlid,
HERRING-ERA MUSEUM Siglufjordur
HERRING ADVENTURE Siglufjordur
HERRING FESTIVAL SIGLUFJORDUR
THE FOLK MUSIC CENTRE Siglufjordur
HOFSOS SWIMMING POOL
SIGLUFJORDUR SWIMMMING POOL
Arctic Coast Way 3 Saudarkrokur via Hofsos to Siglufjordur
HAGANESVIK
HOFDI in SKAGAFJORDUR
Icelandic Immigrants
Icelandic Emigration Centre
Saudanes lighthouse

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby MIKLAVATN

FLOKADALSA
FLJOTAA
HEDINSFJARDARVATN
HOFDAVATN
SLETTUHLIDARVATN
HOPSVATN - FLOKADALSVATN
STIFLUVATN
HROLLEIFSDALSA
SIGLUFJORDUR GOLF CLUB
GOLF COURSE LONKOT Slettuhlid,
HERRING-ERA MUSEUM Siglufjordur
HERRING ADVENTURE Siglufjordur
HERRING FESTIVAL SIGLUFJORDUR
THE FOLK MUSIC CENTRE Siglufjordur
HOFSOS SWIMMING POOL
SIGLUFJORDUR SWIMMMING POOL
Arctic Coast Way 3 Saudarkrokur via Hofsos to Siglufjordur
HAGANESVIK
HEDINSFJORDUR
Saudanes lighthouse

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby MIKLAVATN

Camping in Hofsos
Camping in Siglufjordur
Hotel Siglo Siglufjordur
Guesthouse Siglunes Siglufjordur
Lonkot Skagafjordur
Hotel Deplar Farm Fljot Valley

Links in MIKLAVATN