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The Top 10 Attractions in Húnavatnshreppur

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Húnavatnshreppur. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Húnavatnshreppur is a region where 10 hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

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Hveravellir Geothermal Area

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    This exciting high-temperature field is located in the middle of the Icelandic highlands, at road 35. Hot springs, solfatars, mud pots and a hotpot.
    All sights can be reached safely …

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    This hut is the oldest surviving rest house at Hveravellir. It was built in 1922.
    Today, the hut is a good picnic spot in bad weather, as there are table …

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    Tip by Anke

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    Natural cave named after Fjalla-Eyvindur. (Eyvindur from the mountains)
    Fjalla-Eyvindur's real name was Eyvindur Jónsson and he was convicted of theft around 1760 and fled to the highlands. He is …

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    Tip by Anke

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    Lava mound which, due to its shape, was used by Eyvindur as a sheep pen. Eyvindur was an Icelander convicted of theft around 1760 who fled to the highlands with his wife.

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    Tip by Anke

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    Shield volcano with interesting formations. Marked hiking trail from Hveravellir. Length of the path with circuit approx. 14 km. Duration approx. 3 hours.

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    Tip by Nils

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    If the weather permits, you have a breathtaking view from this promontory. The panorama overlooks the Highlands and mountains on one side, and Lake Blöndulón on the other side.

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    Tip by Vincent Reboul

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    After a descent, you have a beautiful view of the gorges. Here we find remains of fossilized trees. Further on, you find the beautiful asphalt of Route 1.

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    Tip by Vincent Reboul

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    In the northernmost part of Vatnsdalshólar, near the three hills Þrístapar, which are close together, north of the ring road, the last execution in Iceland took place on January 12, …

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Last updated:
September 5, 2025

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