The Top 20 Lakes in Iceland
Looking to visit the best lakes in Iceland? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Iceland’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 1, 2025
Nice how the water color changed with the Lichteinfsll
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An absolute must every Iceland trip.
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Fjallsárlón Lagune, smaller Eisbrocken im Gletschersee
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Also worth a visit for non-divers.
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The loop around the lake is worth it! Next to the lake there are other craters and surprisingly much vegetation;)
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Entlang des Rad- und Wanderweges, der die Küste der Hauptstadt entlangführt und unter dem Hügel von Öskjuhlíð versteckt ist, liegt Nauthólsvík - der beste Ort, um einen sonnigen Sommertag in …
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The "Little Lake" gives city people the opportunity to stay in touch with nature. The winter ice is visited by about 40 bird species. Children enjoy feeding them while their parents follow the beautiful path along the shore.
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The Blue Lagoon is a lake created in a lava field of 1226, filled with wonderfully warm water 38C that comes from the nearby Svartsengi hot water and power station. …
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The waterfall is about 60-80 meters high and has a striking shape. The rock formations, how the water falls and the surroundings make Systrafoss one of the most photogenic waterfalls …
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Skútustadagígar is the area south of Lake Myvatn around the Stakholstjorn pond where the famous pseudocraters are found. The Skutustadir farm is named after an ancient hero named Viga-Skuta and …
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