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Attractions in Iceland

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There are plenty of places to see and visit in Iceland. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Iceland is a region where 20 hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

The top 20 Attractions in Iceland

    1

    Svartifoss

    Hiking Highlight

    The Svartifoss is located in Skaftafell National Park in southeast Iceland. Accessible to tourists.

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    Öxarárfoss

    Hiking Highlight

    Great water between the continental plates

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    Þingvellir

    Hiking Highlight

    Great feeling to stand between the columns. Great nature reserve.

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    Skógafoss

    Hiking Highlight

    Great waterfall, impressive, as the water masses plunge into the depths.

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    Skaftafellsjökull

    Hiking Highlight

    The glacier is about 10km long and has a Gletscherzungenbreite of 2.5 km.

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    14

    Exciting story, a little scary.

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    15

    Hverfjall

    Hiking Highlight

    Beautiful walk around the crater

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    16

    Konzerthaus Harpa

    Hiking Highlight

    The actual architects of Harpa are Henning Larsen Architects‎ and Batteríið‎. The artist Ólafur Elíasson designed the concept for the design of the outer facade. Furthermore, visiting the Harpa is …

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    18

    Hengifoss

    Hiking Highlight

    The Hengifoss is the fourth highest waterfall in Iceland with a height of 118 m. In the lava background of the waterfall one finds reddish, grainy layers of clay, which …

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    19

    Sólfar

    Hiking Highlight

    The steel sculpture Sólfar (Sun Ride) represents a dream trip to the sun on a mystical boat. It lies on the shore path of Reykjavik against the backdrop of the …

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Last updated:
November 28, 2023

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