North Iceland
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North Iceland — Overview
North Iceland is the counterbalance to the touristy south . Fewer visitors, rougher landscapes, but at least as spectac…
Akureyri — Capital of the North★★
Iceland's Most Charming Small Town Akureyri (population: 19,000) is situated at the end of the Eyjafjörður , surrounded…
Mývatn — Lake of Midges★★★
A Geological Wonderland The Mývatn ("Midge Lake") and its surroundings are the most geologically active area in Iceland…
Goðafoss — Waterfall of the Gods★★★
Where Iceland Became Christian The Goðafoss ("Waterfall of the Gods") is one of Iceland's most beautiful and historical…
Dettifoss — Europe's Most Powerful Waterfall★★★
Raw Natural Power The Dettifoss is the most powerful waterfall in Europe — measured by water volume. On average, 500 cu…
Húsavík — Whale Capital of Europe★★★
The Best Whale Watching in Iceland Húsavík (population: 2,300) on the Skjálfandi Fjord is the whale watching capital of…
Siglufjörður — The Herring Paradise★★
Iceland's Most Charming Fishing Village Siglufjörður (population: 1,300) is located in a secluded fjord at the northern…
Ásbyrgi Canyon★★
Hoofprint of Odin's Horse The Ásbyrgi Canyon is one of Iceland's most impressive geological formations — a horseshoe-sh…
Diamond Circle — Route & Tips
North Iceland's Grand Tour The Diamond Circle is North Iceland's answer to the Golden Circle — a roughly 250 km long ci…
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