Amidst the breathtaking landscape of Iceland lies a hidden gem that even the most experienced travelers marvel at. We are talking about Stuðlagil, one of the most spectacular basalt canyons in the country. In recent years, the location has gained dubious fame, like so many places that eventually appear on an Instagram profile with a […]
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Category: Highlands
Everything about the icelandic highlands: Accommodations, hiking trails, tips for renting the right car and more…
Landmannalaugar in Iceland – Hiking in t
Landmannalaugar is a popular region in Iceland’s highlands, known for its unique landscapes and magnificent colors, and is often visited by nature enthusiasts. As the name suggests, there are also hot springs in the area, which are among the most remote in the entire country. Getting there is not possible with a regular rental car; […]
Landmannalaugar Day Trip – Iceland’s Hig
For many Iceland travelers, Landmannalaugar is the gateway to the beautiful highlands and therefore a popular destination, especially as a one-day tour. When I flew to Iceland in October, it wasn’t really clear whether the weather would cooperate or whether the highland roads (F-roads) would even be open. In the following lines I’d like […]
The Wilderness Center – Secluded Nature
On the Öxi pass there is little snow at first, then more and more. No comparison to the dry Ring Road in Iceland’s south. I drive slowly and carefully across the sheets of ice, hoping that the gravel track will soon turn back into a proper road. But I might as well get used […]
Iceland hot springs, hot pots, swimming ...
Iceland has vast amounts of natural hot springs, pools and hotpots, swimming pools and spas. The geothermal activity in the country is so high, that most areas in the country can source the hot water directly from the ground and thus it’s quite easy to supply pools with hot water as well. In this article, […]