The 5 Best Points of Interest in Iceland
Discover my selection of 5 must-do points of interest / viewpoints in Iceland.
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1. Sigöldugljúfur canyon
Region : Highlands
The Sigöldugljúfur canyon is one of the most fascinating places in Iceland. A true hidden treasure of the region, it is still little visited by tourists.
The canyon is a small oasis in the middle of the Highlands, isolated and unusually lush for the region. The shades of the moss and vegetation contrast perfectly with the turquoise water of the river. What a privilege to be able to enjoy the spectacle of these dozens of waterfalls in complete tranquillity!
2. Vestrahorn and Stokksnes beach
Region : South
Vestrahorn is a majestic mountain rising to 454 metres in south-eastern Iceland. Although it is not particularly high, its steep slopes and distinctive silhouette make it spectacular. It overlooks the magnificent black sand beach of Stokksnes, bordered by green dunes.
This beach is particularly popular with photographers because of the striking reflections of Vestrahorn in the bay and the vivid contrasts between the dunes and the black sand.
3. Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond beach
Region : South
The Jökulsárlón lagoon is an extraordinary place not to be missed, with its waters populated by icebergs that regularly break off from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. This lake offers an ever-changing natural spectacle of ice sculptures, with the impressive ice cap of Vatnajökull as a backdrop.
Just opposite, discover Diamond Beach, a magnificent stretch of black sand. Its evocative name comes from the icebergs of all sizes that wash up on the beach, shining like diamonds in the daylight.
4. Fjadrárgljúfur canyon
Region : South
Although categorised as a hike, the Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon is easy enough to deserve a place on this list! This natural wonder, formed around 10,000 years ago at the end of the Ice Age, is around 2 kilometres long and 100 metres high.
At the end of the walk there is a viewing platform that offers breathtaking views of one of the most spectacular parts of the canyon, including the picturesque Mögárfoss waterfall.
5. Svínafellsjökull Glacier
Region : South
Svínafellsjökull is one of the many glacier tongues that emerged from Europe's largest ice cap, Vatnajökull. This impressive glacier is 8 kilometres long and 800 metres wide. A short trail allows you to get as close as possible to this majestic glacier and its lake dotted with small icebergs.