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EYRARBAKKI. Eyrarbakki, pop. 585, is a friendly village that used to be the largest commercial community and main harbor on the South Coast of Iceland. A large number of preserved houses from 1890 - 1920 are situated in Eyrarbakki and a visit is therefore like going 100 yearsback in time.
SIGHTSEEING
For those interested in flying or observing scenery from above or a bit of both, aerial sightseeing tours by plane or helicopter are awe inspiring experiences. HIKING | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND Hiking with or without a guide us always a popular mode of travel and many hiking trails exist. It is possible to buy guided tours with various tour operators and individuals in the area but it is also possible to walk various routes on your own. A few hiking maps havebeen
HISTORY AND CULTURE
History and Culture. Ásavegur - trail. The trail Ásavegur used to be an important highway through the South of Iceland. This centuries-old man-made route would be used by people from different directions to go fishing, for example, or to collect their sheep and cattle from the mountains. Between Orrustudal and Hnaus is a marked hiking trail UPPLIFÐU SUÐURLAND Upplifðu er góð leið til að fá góðar hugmyndir að ferðalagi um Ísland og inniheldur það yfir 1000 áfangastaði um allt land. Sláðu inn upphafsstað og förum saman í ferðalag! BLÁGIL, MOUNTAIN HUT The toilet is located outside the hut. Outside the hut there is also a camping area. The hut is open for booking all the year round. Get directions. Blágil - Skaftárhreppur. Blágil. GPS Points N63° 57' 59.454" W18° 19' 19.002". Telephone. +354 487-4620. SOUTH ICELAND- BRUARHLOD, GORGE Brúarhlöð. Bruarhlod (Brúarhlöð) is a narrow gorge in Hvitá River about three kilometers south of the Golden Waterfalls (Gullfoss). Through the centuries the river has formed the rocks in to beautiful pillars and formations. The name of the rocks is Breccias (Hyaloclastite). Just above Bruarhlod is a bridge over the river,which was
GAMLA FJÓSIÐ
Gamla fjósið. Gamla fjósið or the Old Cowhouse is a family restaurant located on the farm Hvassafell in south Iceland, just beneath the magnificent mountain Steinafjall and the famous volcanic glacier Eyjafjallajökull. After the eruption in Eyjafjallajökull in 2010 tourism increased significantly in the area. HVERAGERDI SWIMMING POOL Laugardælir is a small hamlet near the town of Selfoss. Laugardælir was one of Iceland's busiest ferry sites until a bridge was built across Ölfusá in Selfoss in 1891. The church at Laugardælir was built in 1965 using mainly concrete and it is 300 m2 in total. AFÞREYING | UPPLIFÐU SUÐURLAND Afþreying. Á Suðurlandi geta bæði ungir og aldnir fundið eitthvað við sitt hæfi til dægrastyttingar og skemmtunar. Hestatengd ferðaþjónusta er óvíða meiri á landinu. Hér fylgir sagan gestum okkar við hvert fótmál, hér var alþingi Íslandinga á Þingvöllum, hér er sögusvið Njálu, hér sátu biskuparlandsins í
VISIT SOUTH ICELANDFAQCONTACTTRAVELWHERE TO STAYINSPIRATIONHOW TO GETTO SOUTH ICELAND
EYRARBAKKI. Eyrarbakki, pop. 585, is a friendly village that used to be the largest commercial community and main harbor on the South Coast of Iceland. A large number of preserved houses from 1890 - 1920 are situated in Eyrarbakki and a visit is therefore like going 100 yearsback in time.
SIGHTSEEING
For those interested in flying or observing scenery from above or a bit of both, aerial sightseeing tours by plane or helicopter are awe inspiring experiences. HIKING | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND Hiking with or without a guide us always a popular mode of travel and many hiking trails exist. It is possible to buy guided tours with various tour operators and individuals in the area but it is also possible to walk various routes on your own. A few hiking maps havebeen
HISTORY AND CULTURE
History and Culture. Ásavegur - trail. The trail Ásavegur used to be an important highway through the South of Iceland. This centuries-old man-made route would be used by people from different directions to go fishing, for example, or to collect their sheep and cattle from the mountains. Between Orrustudal and Hnaus is a marked hiking trail UPPLIFÐU SUÐURLAND Upplifðu er góð leið til að fá góðar hugmyndir að ferðalagi um Ísland og inniheldur það yfir 1000 áfangastaði um allt land. Sláðu inn upphafsstað og förum saman í ferðalag! BLÁGIL, MOUNTAIN HUT The toilet is located outside the hut. Outside the hut there is also a camping area. The hut is open for booking all the year round. Get directions. Blágil - Skaftárhreppur. Blágil. GPS Points N63° 57' 59.454" W18° 19' 19.002". Telephone. +354 487-4620. SOUTH ICELAND- BRUARHLOD, GORGE Brúarhlöð. Bruarhlod (Brúarhlöð) is a narrow gorge in Hvitá River about three kilometers south of the Golden Waterfalls (Gullfoss). Through the centuries the river has formed the rocks in to beautiful pillars and formations. The name of the rocks is Breccias (Hyaloclastite). Just above Bruarhlod is a bridge over the river,which was
GAMLA FJÓSIÐ
Gamla fjósið. Gamla fjósið or the Old Cowhouse is a family restaurant located on the farm Hvassafell in south Iceland, just beneath the magnificent mountain Steinafjall and the famous volcanic glacier Eyjafjallajökull. After the eruption in Eyjafjallajökull in 2010 tourism increased significantly in the area. HVERAGERDI SWIMMING POOL Laugardælir is a small hamlet near the town of Selfoss. Laugardælir was one of Iceland's busiest ferry sites until a bridge was built across Ölfusá in Selfoss in 1891. The church at Laugardælir was built in 1965 using mainly concrete and it is 300 m2 in total. AFÞREYING | UPPLIFÐU SUÐURLAND Afþreying. Á Suðurlandi geta bæði ungir og aldnir fundið eitthvað við sitt hæfi til dægrastyttingar og skemmtunar. Hestatengd ferðaþjónusta er óvíða meiri á landinu. Hér fylgir sagan gestum okkar við hvert fótmál, hér var alþingi Íslandinga á Þingvöllum, hér er sögusvið Njálu, hér sátu biskuparlandsins í
ICEGUIDE | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND IceGuide is a family run company, owned by Óskar Arason who is the company's tour guide, and his wife & Manager, Íris Heiður Jóhannsdóttir. Óskar is born and raised in the realm of Vatnajökull Glacier and being passionate for the outdoors, he enjoys mountaineering, climbing and glacier hiking. Óskar is also an active member of the Search and Rescue team of Höfn, so you could say he is VATNAJÖKULL NATIONAL PARK Vatnajökull National Park, established in 2008, encompasses not only all of Vatnajökull glacier but also extensive surrounding areas.These include the national parks previously existing at Skaftafell in the south-east and Jökulsárgljúfur in the north. HEINABERG | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND The area offers excellent conditions for hikers, as it has several interesting hiking trails, along which one can see waterfalls, ravines, volcanic intrusions, and even, on a lucky day, a reindeer. Get directions. Heinaberg. GPS Points N64° 17' 23.967" W15° 39' 6.942". Postal code. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Vakinn is the official quality and environmental certification run by the Icelandic Tourist Board. The aim of Vakinn is to strengthen quality, safety and environmental awareness within Icelandic tourism and support and promote social responsibility of tourist service providers Vakinn certification is a confirmation that companies operate in a professional and responsible manner, with qualityNÚPAR COTTAGES
There are 8 beautiful cottages at Núpar. They are placed right outside Hveragerði and it is a dream come true for everyone who wishes to be in a quiet and comforting surrounding but yet close toall services.
MIÐÁS | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND Midás is a small family business. At the farm we breed, raise, train and sell Icelandic horses. We also have a small tourism business and offer farm stay accomodation for a few guests at a time.LAMBHÚS CABINS
Lambhus Cabins. Lambhús cabins is a family run accommodation in small wooden cabins. It is located at the farm Lambleiksstaðir, 30 km west of the fishing town Höfn and 50 km east of Jökulsár glacier lagoon.HOTEL SOUTH COAST
Hotel South Coast is a newly opened hotel located next to the new downtown area of Selfoss which offers a plethora of restaurants andshops.
BRUNNHOLL | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND Brunnhóll is a guesthouse and restaurant enjoying unparallelled views to Vatnajökull National Park. It is only 6 km from the edge of Fláajökull one of the outlets of Vatnajökull glacier, the biggest glacier in Europe. Brunnhóll is at highway no. 1, about 50 km east from Jökulsárlón and the nearest village Höfn in Hornafjörður is30 km to the east.
HOTEL GULLFOSS
Hotel Gullfoss lies in comfortable distance from Reykjavík on Road 35. It is located between the two most popular tourists destinations in Iceland, Geysir and Gullfoss, and is an ideal location for highland travellers who are going over Kjölur, a mountain road that connects the north and the south of Iceland. VISIT SOUTH ICELANDFAQABOUTCONTACTTRAVELWHERE TO STAYINSPIRATION EYRARBAKKI. Eyrarbakki, pop. 585, is a friendly village that used to be the largest commercial community and main harbor on the South Coast of Iceland. A large number of preserved houses from 1890 - 1920 are situated in Eyrarbakki and a visit is therefore like going 100 yearsback in time.
SIGHTSEEING
For those interested in flying or observing scenery from above or a bit of both, aerial sightseeing tours by plane or helicopter are awe inspiring experiences. HIKING | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND Hiking with or without a guide us always a popular mode of travel and many hiking trails exist. It is possible to buy guided tours with various tour operators and individuals in the area but it is also possible to walk various routes on your own. A few hiking maps havebeen
SOUTH ICELAND- BRUARHLOD, GORGE Brúarhlöð. Bruarhlod (Brúarhlöð) is a narrow gorge in Hvitá River about three kilometers south of the Golden Waterfalls (Gullfoss). Through the centuries the river has formed the rocks in to beautiful pillars and formations. The name of the rocks is Breccias (Hyaloclastite). Just above Bruarhlod is a bridge over the river,which was
ICEGUIDE | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND IceGuide is a family run company, owned by Óskar Arason who is the company's tour guide, and his wife & Manager, Íris Heiður Jóhannsdóttir. Óskar is born and raised in the realm of Vatnajökull Glacier and being passionate for the outdoors, he enjoys mountaineering, climbing and glacier hiking. Óskar is also an active member of the Search and Rescue team of Höfn, so you could say he is KELDUR AT RANGÁRVELLIR Keldur at Rangárvellir. Keldur is a historic settlement where Jón Loftsson, the chief of the Oddaverjar clan, lived during the last years of his life. Keldur also had a Catholic monastery. There is a medieval-type turf farm at the site, the only large turf farm that has been preserved in South Iceland. There is an underground tunnelleading
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Vakinn is the official quality and environmental certification run by the Icelandic Tourist Board. The aim of Vakinn is to strengthen quality, safety and environmental awareness within Icelandic tourism and support and promote social responsibility of tourist service providers Vakinn certification is a confirmation that companies operate in a professional and responsible manner, with qualityGAMLA FJÓSIÐ
Gamla fjósið. Gamla fjósið or the Old Cowhouse is a family restaurant located on the farm Hvassafell in south Iceland, just beneath the magnificent mountain Steinafjall and the famous volcanic glacier Eyjafjallajökull. After the eruption in Eyjafjallajökull in 2010 tourism increased significantly in the area. HUMARHOFNIN RESTAURANT, ICELANDIC LOBSTER It is located in the centre of town Höfn and has a breathtaking view over the magnificent glaciers, the circle of mountains and the fjord. Pakkhús is a restaurant overlooking the harbour in Höfn í Hornafjörður, southeast Iceland and just beside the new informationcentre in town.
HVERAGERDI SWIMMING POOL Laugardælir is a small hamlet near the town of Selfoss. Laugardælir was one of Iceland's busiest ferry sites until a bridge was built across Ölfusá in Selfoss in 1891. The church at Laugardælir was built in 1965 using mainly concrete and it is 300 m2 in total. VISIT SOUTH ICELANDFAQABOUTCONTACTTRAVELWHERE TO STAYINSPIRATION EYRARBAKKI. Eyrarbakki, pop. 585, is a friendly village that used to be the largest commercial community and main harbor on the South Coast of Iceland. A large number of preserved houses from 1890 - 1920 are situated in Eyrarbakki and a visit is therefore like going 100 yearsback in time.
SIGHTSEEING
For those interested in flying or observing scenery from above or a bit of both, aerial sightseeing tours by plane or helicopter are awe inspiring experiences. HIKING | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND Hiking with or without a guide us always a popular mode of travel and many hiking trails exist. It is possible to buy guided tours with various tour operators and individuals in the area but it is also possible to walk various routes on your own. A few hiking maps havebeen
SOUTH ICELAND- BRUARHLOD, GORGE Brúarhlöð. Bruarhlod (Brúarhlöð) is a narrow gorge in Hvitá River about three kilometers south of the Golden Waterfalls (Gullfoss). Through the centuries the river has formed the rocks in to beautiful pillars and formations. The name of the rocks is Breccias (Hyaloclastite). Just above Bruarhlod is a bridge over the river,which was
ICEGUIDE | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND IceGuide is a family run company, owned by Óskar Arason who is the company's tour guide, and his wife & Manager, Íris Heiður Jóhannsdóttir. Óskar is born and raised in the realm of Vatnajökull Glacier and being passionate for the outdoors, he enjoys mountaineering, climbing and glacier hiking. Óskar is also an active member of the Search and Rescue team of Höfn, so you could say he is KELDUR AT RANGÁRVELLIR Keldur at Rangárvellir. Keldur is a historic settlement where Jón Loftsson, the chief of the Oddaverjar clan, lived during the last years of his life. Keldur also had a Catholic monastery. There is a medieval-type turf farm at the site, the only large turf farm that has been preserved in South Iceland. There is an underground tunnelleading
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Vakinn is the official quality and environmental certification run by the Icelandic Tourist Board. The aim of Vakinn is to strengthen quality, safety and environmental awareness within Icelandic tourism and support and promote social responsibility of tourist service providers Vakinn certification is a confirmation that companies operate in a professional and responsible manner, with qualityGAMLA FJÓSIÐ
Gamla fjósið. Gamla fjósið or the Old Cowhouse is a family restaurant located on the farm Hvassafell in south Iceland, just beneath the magnificent mountain Steinafjall and the famous volcanic glacier Eyjafjallajökull. After the eruption in Eyjafjallajökull in 2010 tourism increased significantly in the area. HUMARHOFNIN RESTAURANT, ICELANDIC LOBSTER It is located in the centre of town Höfn and has a breathtaking view over the magnificent glaciers, the circle of mountains and the fjord. Pakkhús is a restaurant overlooking the harbour in Höfn í Hornafjörður, southeast Iceland and just beside the new informationcentre in town.
HVERAGERDI SWIMMING POOL Laugardælir is a small hamlet near the town of Selfoss. Laugardælir was one of Iceland's busiest ferry sites until a bridge was built across Ölfusá in Selfoss in 1891. The church at Laugardælir was built in 1965 using mainly concrete and it is 300 m2 in total. HOTELS | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND Hotel South Coast is located next to the new city center of Selfoss in south Iceland only 96 km from the Keflavik international airport and 58 km from Reykjavik City. SOUTH ICELAND- DYRHOLAEY From the top of Dyrhólaey there is a great view. The headland is thought to have been made in an underwater volcanic eruption late in the glacial period, not unlike the eruption of Surtsey. Several outcrops are in the sea, the highest one called Háidrangur ("High column") is 56 m. high. Dyrhólaey has been a natural reserve since1978.
HAUKAFELL | VISIT SOUTH ICELAND Haukafell is a forestry project that was launched in 1985 and now offers ample shelter to the low-lying, local vegetation, which mostly consists of berry-bushes that are ripe for picking in August.THINGVALLAVATN LAKE
Lake Thingvallavatn lies in a rift valley that extends south from the Langjokull glacier to mount Hengill, and from Botnssulur mountains in the west to Lyngdalsheidi heath in the east.EFSTI-DALUR II
In Efstidalur you will get a unique and different experience. Right in the middle of the Golden Circle, you get a glance of the farm life inIceland.
HOTEL GEYSIR
Destinations. Nature. Scenic Nature; National Parks and Nature Reserves. National Parks; Nature reserves; The Highlands; Waterfalls; Mountains; Glaciers; Geopark 360° BOUTIQUE HOTEL It´s all about service. The 4-star rated 360° Boutique Hotel and Thermal Baths offers 13 spacious rooms (28-55sqm), timeless decoration, the floor to ceiling windows, the dining room, lounge, bar, and reception, everything is as much about function as style. BLÁGIL - SKAFTÁRHREPPUR The mountain hut in Blágil is located 15 km south of Lakagígar. The hut has sleeping bag facilities for 18 people. There are kitchen and dining facilities and the hut is heated with gas. ÞJÓFAFOSS WATERFALL Þjófafoss is in the river Þjórsá, to the east of Merkurhraun lava field. The name of the waterfall translates as “thieves’ waterfall”, as thieves used to be executed by drowning in its pool.HOTEL KLAUSTUR
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MR. MOSS - EDUCATIONAL ANIMATED SHORT MOVIE Mr. MOSS is the voice and face of all Icelandic moss. Is a funny, entertaining and an educational animated short movie which shows Mr. Moss advising on how we - human beings - should change our behaviors in order to protect and respect his life.*
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CRISTMAS CONCERT WITH A COUNTRY TWIST Band by the locals, performing Christmas songs with a country twist15. Dec
GUÐRÚN ÁRNÝ AT HENDUR Í HÖFN One of Icelands best singers, singing her favorite Christmas songsView event calendar
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ÞINGVELLIR NATIONAL PARKHISTORY
No single place epitomizes the history of Iceland and the Icelandic nation better than Þingvellir by the river Öxará. At Þingvellir - literally "Parliament Plains" - the Alþing general assembly was established around 930 and continued to convene there until 1798. Major events in the history of Iceland have taken place at Þingvellir and therefore the place is held in high esteem by all Icelanders. Today Þingvellir is a protected national shrine.NATURE
In the last few decades, research has made it clear that Þingvellir is a natural wonder on a international scale, with the geologic history and the biosystem of Lake Þingvallavatn forming a unique entity, a magnificent showcase. Being able to witness the evolution and formation of new species in a place like Lake Þingvallavatn is of immense value. The Þingvellir area is part of a fissure zone running through Iceland, being situated on the tectonic plate boundaries of theMid-Atlantic Ridge.
The faults and fissures of the area make evident the rifting of theearth's crust.
VATNAJÖKULL NATIONAL PARK Vatnajökull National Park, established in 2008, encompasses not only all of Vatnajökull glacier but also extensive surrounding areas. These include the national parks previously existing at Skaftafell in the south and Jökulsárgljúfur in the north, so that today's national park covers 14% of Iceland (about 13.920 km2 as of June 2014) and ranks amongst Europe's largest. In general, national parks are protected areas which are considered unique because of their nature or cultural heritage. The unique qualities of Vatnajökull National Park are primarily its great variety of landscape features, created by the combined forces of rivers, glacial ice, and volcanic and geothermal activity.Read More
JOKULSARLON GLACIER LAGOON The main lagoon measures about 7 square miles (20 km2) and until 1932 was covered in thick glacial ice. Then the glacier started to retreat, and nowadays more than 300 feet (100 m) of ice breaks away each year to reshape the lagoon and fill it with spectacular icebergs. Jökulsárlón has been a part of the Vatnajökull National Park since 1017. The lagoon is open to the sea and so contains a mixture of salt and freshwater, giving it a unique blue-green color. There are hundreds of seals here in the winter and the lagoon supports many species of fish including krill, herring, trout and, occasionally,salmon.
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KATLA GEOPARK
KATLA GEOPARK includes geological features of global significance. Over 150 volcanic eruptions have been recorded in the area since the 9th century. The eruptions created the landscape and influenced where people settled. Through the centuries, man and nature have affected the region's history. The area is constantly changing due to thevolcanic activity.
A GEOPARK is defined as a territory, which includes a particular geological heritage and a sustainable territorial development strategy to promote development. It must have clearly defined boundaries and sufficient surface area for true territorial economic development. The Geopark covers about 9% of Iceland, 9542 km2, and follows the borders of three municipalities, Skaftárhreppur, Mýrdalshreppur and Rangárþing eystra. About 2700 people live within the Geopark. GeologyIceland lies astride the Mid-Atlantic Ridge where tectonic plates move apart from each other, causing a rift zone. A mantle plume exists below the country, centred beneath Vatnajökull ice cap. In South Iceland the interaction of the rift zone and the mantle plume results in complex and diverse volcanic activity. Volcanic activity and its widespread effect on the area's nature and landscape make Katla Geopark very special. The Geopark is in the most volcanically active area of Iceland, and the volcanic systems at Eyjafjallajökull, Katla, and Grímsvötn are particularly active. The region is characterised by central volcanoes, eruptive craters and fissures, rootless cones, lava fields, table mountains (tuyas), and hyaloclastite ridges which trend SW-NE, likethe rift zone.
Ice caps are prominent in the landscape, topping the highest volcanoes. Outlet glaciers and glacial rivers flow from them and glacial landforms, e.g. moraines and ice-dammed lakes, occur in the area. Large floods, usually glacier outbursts associated with subglacial eruptions, have formed outwash plains in the lowlands. The oldest bedrock in the area is about 2.5 million years old, and can be found at the base of Lómagnúpur, an old sea-cliff (671 m). Other interesting features in the Geopark are fossil-bearing xenoliths, and tephra layers which are useful for dating (tephrochronology).View map
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Outdoor enthusiasts feel at home in South Iceland. Not only does the region have flourishing lowland agricultural communities, but majestic peaks for those desiring a challenge. Other recreational activities include scenic walks and bird watching, trips on the seashore, ice climbing, kayaking, rides on 4-wheelers, rafting down rivers, and the Njáll’s Saga Tours. A pleasant sequel is going swimming, golfing, fishing or riding the small but sturdy Icelandic horse. Another animal favourite is the whale, seen on trips from the Westman Islands. The more adventurous seek out 4WD vehicles or snow scooters on the glaciers, and in the summer trips are scheduled to Þórsmörk and theLaki craters.
The numerous museums include the Folk and the Natural History Museums in the Westman Islands, Skógar Folk Museum, and the Folk museum in Eyrarbakki. The region welcomes everyone to summertime family festivals, including Töðugjöld in Rangárþing county, Blóm í bæ in Hveragerði, The Lobster Festival in Höfn, Grímsævintýri in Grímsnes and Grafningshreppur, and the mid-summer celebration atEyrarbakki.
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VÍK
Mýrdalshreppur is one of the three municipalities within Katla Geopark, a UNESCO Global geopark. Vík in Mýrdalshreppur is situated in the center of the Geopark and is also Iceland's southernmost village. The muncicipality is bordered by Mýrdalsjökull glacier to the north, Jökulsá river to the west, Blautakvísl river to the east and black sand beaches to the south. Due to the sandy beaches and rough seas, Vík remains Iceland's only sea-side village which has no harbour. Despite the lack of port, it has for long been an important trading post for farmers along the south coast of Iceland.ACTIVITIES
The Vík area is truly a place of outdoor adventures. Mýrdalsjökull glacier offers opportunities such as guided glacier hikes, year-round ice cave explorations, glacier-lagoon kayaking and snowobiling near Katla volcano. The adrenaline will surely kick in on an ATV tour on the black sand beaches of Sólheimasandur; Zip-lining down a canyon or floating in the air in a thrilling paragliding adventure. For those who prefer to have both feet on the ground, there are numerous hiking routes in the area and a golf course in beautiful scenery at the outskirts of Vík. Last but not least, a horse riding tour along the black sand beach overlooking Reynisdrangar sea stacks is an unforgettable experience. MUSEUMS AND EXHIBITIONS The Icelandic Lava Show is the only place in the world where you can safely see molten lava at 1100 degrees Celcius. It is a unique exhibition which no visitor should miss. At Katla center, you will find a free exhibition about Katla volcano and the global geopark the town is situated in. The town's unique seafaring history is depicted in the Skaftfellingur maritime museum, whose centerpiece is undoubtedly the wooden ship Skaftfellingur which was used to freight products and people along the harbourless coast up until the mid 20thcentury.
HIKING
Nestled between the black sands and the white glacier cap are grassy hills and mountains. A walk up Reynisfjall mountain is a local favorite, providing views over the Atlantic and close proximity to gorgeous bird cliffs. A walk up Hatta mountain will in addition give you a view over the glacier and Heiðarvatn lake. On Hjörleifshöfði cape you will find ruins of an old farm and a viking burial mound. A drive to Þakgil canyon (accessible in summer only) will provide you with even more hiking opportunities. You will find maps and information about hiking and activities at the Katla information center at Víkurbraut 28, Vík.View map
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EYRARBAKKI
Eyrarbakki, pop 526, is a friendly village that, in earlier times, used to be the largest commercial community and the main harbor on the South Coast of Iceland. A large number of preserved houses from the period 1890-1920 are situated in Eyrarbakki and therefore a visit is like reveriting a 100 years back in time. Other popular tourist attractions are The Eyrabakka Martime Museum and the Árnessýsla Folk Museum, located at legendary "The House" in Eyrarbakki, built in 1765. A fine campsite, hostel, guesthouses and restaurant, are also in Eyrarbakki. On the rocky shoreline you can witness an amazing view of the Atlantic Ocean, as well as watching the surf break. It is an ideal spot for hiking and bird watching. The Flói Bird Reserve lies northwest of Eyrabakki. It is an important nesting area, especially for wetland birds and is listed in The Bird Life InternationalAssociation.
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URRIDAFOSS WATERFALL Urriðafoss is a waterfall in Þjórsá River. Þjórsá is Iceland's longest river, 230 km, and Urriðafoss is the most voluminous waterfall in the country. This mighty river drops down (360 m3/sec) by the edge of Þjórsárhraun lava field in beautiful and serene surroundings. Þjórsárhraun lava field is the result of the greatest lava flow on earth since the Ice Age. Located right off highway 1.View map
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South Iceland has all kinds of museums and exhibitions. Most of them are pretty standard but others are dedicated to more abstract things, such as eruptions and other curious phenomena.Read More
GULLFOSS WATERFALL
Gullfoss is actually two separate waterfalls, the upper one has a drop of 11 metres and the lower one 21 metres. The rock of the river bed was formed during an interglacial period. Water flows over Gullfoss at an average rate of 109 cubic metres per second. The heaviest floods have recorded a flow of 2000 cubic metres per second. During the summer the flow is 130 cubic metres per second, which would take only 3 seconds to fill this building. People were eager to exploit the power potential of Gullfoss and many plans for hydroelectric developments on the river Hvítá have been proposed.View map
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SELJALANDSFOSS AND GLJUFRABUI WATERFALLS A unique waterfall in the river Seljalandsá, about 30 km west from Skógar. It is 60 meters high with a foot path behind it at the bottom of the cliff, but with a thin cascade. It is the only known waterfall of its kind, where it is possible to walk behind it. The waterfall is very picturesque and therefore its photo can be found in many booksand calendars.
Access to the waterfall is from the farm of Seljaland along the Ring Road, Iceland's main highway. A little further to the west there are several other falls, among them the interesting Gljúfrabúi which is partially masked by its own canyon. Access to it is from Hamragarðar farm along the road, east of Markarfljót. Both of these "DO-NOT-MISS" attractions lie very close to the main Ring Road at the base of the Eyjafjallajökull Glacier, on the road leading in to Thorsmörk.View map
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VESTMANNAEYJAR (WESTMAN ISLANDS) The Westman Islands are a group of islands off the south coast of Iceland. They consist of 15 islands in addition to 30 cliffs and skerries that make up the archipelago. Heimaey is the only island inhabited all year long. The first sources of the Westman Islands can be found in Landnáma, a medieval Icelandic written work which describes the settlement of Iceland. Landnáma tells the story of Ingólfur Arnarson, Iceland's first settler. His foster brother, Hjörleifur Hróðmarsson, was killed by his slaves. The slaves fled to the islands but Ingólfur Arnarson hunted them down and killed them. These slaves, originated from Ireland, were known as the West Men, thus the name, the Westman Islands. Still today, many places in the Westman Islands bear namesfrom the event.
The first settler of the island of Heimaey was Herjólfur Bárðarson, who lived in the valley Herjólfsdalur, approx. in the year 900. Three times in the history of the Westman Islands, the population has taken considerable dives. First in the year 1627 during the events known as the The Algerian Pirate Raid when 234 people were captured by pirates from Algeria. The islanders also suffered greatly in the early 18th century, when more than half of all newborns died from neonatal tetanus. Lastly, the population of the Westman Islands went from 5100 to 200, temporarily, during the 1973 volcanic eruption, as all the inhabitants fled to the mainland. Today around 4.300 people live in the Westman Islands. There are two ways to get to Vestmannaeyjar, by ferry or by plane. The ferry Herjolfur sails up to five times a day from the harbour at Landeyjahöfn to Vestmannaeyjar and back again. The ferry ride takes approximately half an hour. Make sure to book in advance, especially if you intend to bring your car or motorcycle or caravan with you, as the ferry is very popular during summer when Icelanders are on holidays, too. The ferry Herjolfur can be found online and on facebook if you want to plan your trip early, and there is a bus servicing travellers wanting to get to Landeyjahöfn or back to Reykjavík, as well. Vetsmannaeyjar is only 20 minutes away from Reykjavik by plane. Eagle Air Iceland flies two times a day to and from Vestmannaeyjar. For further information please turn to Eagle Air's website where you can get detailed information on flight schedules and prices as well as book online. It's possible to fly with Atlatsflug from Bakki to Vestmannaeyjar. The tourist information in Vestmannaeyjar is also more than ready to assist you if you have any questions regarding yourtrip.
Visit Vestmannaeyjar invites you to explore our website and find out what the tourist industry has to offer for our visitors in Vestmannaeyjar. On our site you will find general information about the members of the tourist industry, services and upcoming events on the island. You can look for information on how to plan your journey, by ferry or by plane. Entertainment, boat trips and museums, you will find it in visitvestmannaeyjar.is! If you plan to stay overnight, which we totally reconmend, you can find information on accommodation and of course where to dine, restaurants, cafés or just at the typicall Icelandic "sjoppa", we have it all.View map
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THE CULTURE MAP OF SOUTH ICELAND The southern part of Iceland is rich in history, art and cultural events. In the local museums and exhibitions you can find information on volcanoes, glaciers and the Icelandic biological diversity, literature and poets, Icelandic seafarers‘ history and marine biology, fishing, chess, rocks, and moss, in addition to the diverse history of various towns and villages in South Iceland. Learn about environmentally friendly hydro-power plants, the practical use of geo-thermal energy, and get familiar with what it is like to live in a geo-thermally active area. Explore local art, architecture, or maybe drop by the last cave-dwellers of Iceland. The Culture Map of South Iceland contains an image of South Iceland and useful information about local museums and exhibitions. You can get the culture map at the local museums and exhibitions. The Culture Map of South Iceland ensures you offers and discounts at museums and exhibitions. The Culture Map discounts do not apply with other offers; such asgroup discounts.
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WHEN TO SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN ICELAND? The best time is between 21:00-03:00 although they can often be seen early evening or during the night. The official Northern Lights season in Iceland is from October till March. The more activity the more likely it is that you will see the northern lights but that is not all. There is never a guarantee of spotting the northern lights, but northern lights forecast by vedur.is are good. Clear skies are necessary, when we have clear skies in Iceland It is usually cold. So be sure to wear the right clothing. NORTHERN LIGHTS FORECAST The Icelandic Met Office does Northern Lights Forecast which is goodto use.
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