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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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Thorisvatn Lake

Region: Highland
Coordinates: 64.2153° N 18.8503° W

About Thorisvatn Lake

This lake was the second largest natural lake of the country until ti was turned into the main reservoir for the first of the large power stations on the rivers Tungnaa and Thjorsa. Its natural area was 70 km² but now it fluctuates up to nearly 86 km². Its water level stands between 561 and 578 m above sea level. Its surroundings are very barren and desolate, because the few vegetated spots disappeared.The colour of the water is milky white because of the glacial water diverted into it. Its discharge was Thorisos, which was dammed and a new discharge ditch was excavated all the way down to the first power station at Sigalda. At the other end of the ditch a new man made lake was created. The lake was known for its big Brown Trout, but the catch has diminished considerably after the changes.

Thorisvatn in Icelandic

 

Photo Credit: TommyBee

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby Thorisvatn Lake

Veidivotn Lakes
Domadalur Route Fjallabaksleid Nyrdri (F-225)
Domadalur Valley
Landmannahellir
Gljufurleit
Jokulheimar
Hrauneyjar - Sigalda - Versalir
Murders and Executions The Highlands
Hrauneyjafoss Power Station
Vatnsfell Power Station

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Thorisvatn Lake

Veidivotn Lakes
Gljufurleit
HNAUSAPOLLUR
FROSTASTADAVATN
LJOTIPOLLUR
BLAUTAVER
KYLINGAVATN
KIRKJUFELLSVATN
LAKES FOSSVOTN - KERLINGARLOGN THE VEIDIVOTN AREA
TJALDVATN Veidvotn area
LAKES KVISLARVATN - ESKIVATN - LANGAVATN
SKALAVATN - PYTTLUR
NYJAVATN
ONYTAVATN
ONEFNDAVATN
GRAENAVATN
LITLISJOR
HRAUNVOTN - SKEIFAN
LAKE KVISLAVEITA
KALDAKVISL
LAKE FELLSENDAVATN
Hrauneyjafoss Power Station
Vatnsfell Power Station

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby Thorisvatn Lake

Jokulheimar
Landmannalaugar Mountain Huts ITA
Veidivotn huts and camping
JOKULHEIMAR HUTS
Camping Landmannalaugar

Links in Thorisvatn Lake