On the rugged coast of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula is a black pebble beach laden with mystical lava formations, the scattered remains of a seventy-year-old shipwreck, and stones which will test your strength. Incredibly beautiful and endlessly interesting, Djúpalónssandur is located in the middle of Snæfellsjökull National Park, just a short […]
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Located within Snæfellsjökull National Park in the westernmost tip of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula is a place of contrast: a bright orange lighthouse against black lava cliffs. The road becomes mighty bumpy as you traverse the lava field towards the end of the trip to Svörtuloft, but if you drive slowly […]
The most recognizable images in the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, and one of the most iconic places in the entire country– Kirkjufell is a sight to behold. Kirkja translates to church in Icelandic, said to resemble a place of worship from a certain angle – but no matter what you make of […]
The town of Stykkishólmur was named for the little island in front of its harbor called Stykkið, or the piece, in English. On the northern side of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, it is one of the biggest settlements in the area…but that isn’t saying too much, it only has a population […]
Long ago rivers of lava fell down the side of a cliff in a simultaneous showing, which cooled to form what we see today, the stark and imposing Gerðuberg. If you are heading into or out of the Snӕfellsnes Peninsula this is a fantastic and quick detour. Just a few […]
Picture this: a personal sized hot pot with a view of the mountains in Iceland’s countryside. If you can find Landbrotalaug Hot Spring and luck is on your side, you will have a memory to last for a lifetime. The Snaefellsnes Peninsula is only 1½ hours north from Reykjavík and […]
History and nature collide where the continents continue to drift in Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO site within the Golden Circle. The Hakið Visitor Center is a great place to start your exploration. Inside there are interactive panels to learn about geological features and the culture of the park. Leading from the […]
A waterfall with such vigor, it bares the name of the god Thor. Þórufoss often spelt as Thorufoss and it is a hidden gem in the Golden Circle. While hundreds flock to Gullfoss, we had this waterfall all to ourselves. It is a short detour from the main road, with […]
Despite the long dark winters, plump juicy tomatoes are grown year round in Iceland. Friðheimar is a farm and restaurant which produces 18% of the country’s tomatoes, among cucumbers, peppers, and more. It does so all year long by harnessing geothermal energy to power artificial lights for growing. A tangle […]
Peaceful is not something often associated with the tremendously popular Golden Circle route, but you can find that feeling at the hidden gem Faxi Waterfall along with the beauty the region is beloved for. Also known as Vatnsleysufoss and Horses Mane Falls, the water flows from the Tungufljót River. Just […]
The Golden Falls, more commonly known in its Icelandic translation as Gullfoss, is a waterfall located in the Golden Circle and one of the most visited sites in the entire country. Fun fact: Gullfoss is the focal point of the music video for a song I love, “Heaven” by the […]
Geyser is such a common word worldwide, yet it is derived from one very specific place in Iceland. Europeans first mentioned Geysir, or gusher in Icelandic, in 1294 and the name became an umbrella for the rare geological phenomena in the world. Geysir Hot Spring Area is located in Haukadalur […]
A lesser known attraction in the Golden Circle, for now, Bruarfoss Waterfall is one of the most incredible sights you’ll see in all of Iceland. Its bright blue coloration is the stuff of fairytales, not filtered trickery. The river stems from Langjökull glacier and pours into a deep crevice of […]
Clamber through a cave, cross a river on a log, and climb up ropes into Iceland’s deepest canyon to get a glimpse of Glymur. Until 2011, this post would have been titled Hike to the Tallest Waterfall in Iceland. Since then, scientists have discovered there is a taller waterfall in […]
If you’ve been around Reykjavík, it’s likely you are already acquainted with the Esjan Mountain Range, likely without even knowing it. Just across Faxafloi Bay the imposing flat topped mountains loom, setting the scene for a great picture of Sun Voyager and many other perfect postcards. The most popular hiking […]