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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

Nearest towns or place of interest :

Husavik 154 km | Kopasker via Oxafjardarheidi 91 km via Melrakkasletta 55 km <-Raufarhofn-> Thorshofn 71 km

Raufarhofn

Region: North Iceland
Coordinates: 66.4528° N 15.9487° W
Weather: °C, Wind at km/h, % Humidity
Population: 194

This village has been an authorized trading post since 1836 and fishing, fish processing and commerce are the main bases of livelihood. During the so-called herring years in the seventies, Raufarhofn was one of the most important ports for fish processing and the export of herring products.

The plateau Melrakkasletta (Arctic Fox Plain) is the northernmost part of the mainland, almost on the arctic circle and closest to the midnight sun. The area abounds in many species of breeding and visiting birds, a real paradise for birdwatchers, especially north of the village. The region requires a few days, if people want to enjoy it to its fullest, hiking, fishing and sightseeing.

Raufarhofn in Icelandic

Fishing in Melrakkasletta

Photo Credit: Visit North Iceland

WHAT TO SEE?
in Raufarhofn

Raudanes Hike
Melrakkasletta
Map of Kopasker, Raufarhofn to Thorshofn Area
RAUFARHOFN SWIMMING POOL
ARCTIC HENGE
Arctic Coast Way 6 Kopasker via Raufarhofn to Bakkafjordur
Rifstangi

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Raufarhofn

Raudanes Hike
DEILDARA
Ormarsa
ODDASTADAVOTN
SIGURDARSTADAVATN
BLIKALON
HRAUNHAFNARVATN
AEDARVATN
YTRA DEILDARVATN
KOLLAVIKURVATN
STORA VIDARVATN
RAUFARHOFN SWIMMING POOL
ARCTIC HENGE
Arctic Coast Way 6 Kopasker via Raufarhofn to Bakkafjordur
Fishing lakes at Melrakkasletta
Arnarvatn Melrakkaslettu
HRAUNHAFNARTANGI
Rifstangi

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby Raufarhofn

Camping in Raufarhofn

Links in Raufarhofn

Visit the North Arctic Coast Way