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The Sky Lagoon hot baths opened very recently, in spring 2021. This fantastically modern geothermal spa resort is located very close to the capital Reykjavík. The culture of hot baths in Iceland dates back to the time of Nordic colonists and is a cherished tradition. T
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The Hot Springs of the Sky Lagoon
Iceland's capital Reykjavík is the smallest in Europe. Indeed, despite a steadily increasing population, Reykjavík has only 122,000 inhabitants, 200,000 if you include the suburbs. Reykjavík literally means “the bay of smoke” and takes its name from the hot sprin
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Reykjavik: Travel guide
The hot water waterfall of Laugarvellir is one of the hidden gems of eastern Iceland. The country has an incredible number of hot springs, but Laugarvellir is among the most famous, because while a hot pool sounds impressive, a hot waterfall sounds just divine. Lost in
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The Hot Waterfall of Laugarvellir
The eastern fjords of Iceland are famous for their hiking trails, and the ones that lead to Stórurð are some of the most beautiful in the region. Stórurð, the “Giant Boulders”, is an exceptional site at the foot of the majestic Dyrfjöll mountain range, very clo
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The Stórurð (Storurd) Hiking Trails
Iceland in summer is almost a different country than in winter. Summer is the most popular season for tourists as the long summer days will give you time to see as many sights as you can fit into your schedule. And of course, the temperatures are milder and this is the
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Iceland in summer
Eystrahorn is a splendid mountain located at the extreme south-east tip of Iceland. It is also called Austurhorn or Hvalnesfjall because it is located in direct proximity to the orange lighthouse of Hvalnes, which marks the border between the east and south of the islan
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Eystrahorn and Hvalnes Beach
Thanks to its high latitude, from late June to end of July, Iceland and particularly in the north of the island enjoy full 24-hour daylight. The midnight sun is observed almost all summer in Iceland, but on June 21, the summer solstice, comes the longest day of the year
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The Midnight Sun in Iceland
[Updated 05/30/2024] On Monday, December 18, 2023 at 10:17PM local time exactly, a massive volcanic eruption occured near Grindavík after several weeks of geological tension. Iceland is currently experiencing its fourth eruptive event on the Reykjanes peninsula since 2
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The Eruption near Grindavík
Mount Valahnúkur is a 458-meter tall promontory hidden in the fantastic Thórsmörk Valley in southern Iceland. Valahnúkur is impressive in itself, but people come here for the legendary hiking trail winding up its flanks. The 360° panoramic view at its summit is amo
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The Valahnúkur Hiking Trail
Sigöldugljúfur Canyon, known as the Canyon of the Valley of Tears, is a remote natural wonder lost in the highlands near the Landmannalaugar region. The magnificent Sigöldugljúfur canyon remains a bit of a secret, despite its beauty, and is not marked anywhere along
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Sigöldugljúfur Canyon
Skálanes Nature Reserve, located at the eastern tip of Seyðisfjorður fjord in eastern Iceland, is an entirely secluded private nature sanctuary. Renowned for its striking flora and impressive birdlife, an increasing number of nature enthusiasts make their way here to
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Skálanes Nature Reserve
Kirkjufell is a legendary mountain located on the Snaefellsnes peninsula. Particularly photogenic, this mountain is simply the most photographed site in Iceland. Many travel agencies use photos of Kirkjufell to illustrate the beauty of Iceland's landscapes. The Snaefel
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Kirkjufell Travel Guide
Hot water rivers, geothermally heated pools, healing minerals... Icelanders are big fans of swimming and particularly in natural spring water with its many health benefits. The country has countless public swimming pools filled with healing natural waters, most of which
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The guide to hot springs in Iceland
The Mælifell mountain north of the huge Mýrdalsjökull is one of the most photogenic in Iceland. This place is completely surreal, a mountain shaped like a pyramid with flanks carpeted in green moss that contrast in spectacular fashion with the black desert of Mælife
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Maelifell: the Mælifellssandur volcano
The Krauma hot baths are located in the Borgarfjörður region near Reykholt in western Iceland. This spa resort's waters come directly from the nearby Deildartunguhver hot spring. With its flow rate of 180 liters per second, Deildartunguhver is the most powerful hot sp
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The Krauma Thermal Baths