Guidebook for Reykholt
Entertainment & Activities
The largest volcano and earthquake and exhibition in Europe. There´s nothing really like it, so interactive so the kids love it as well! The restaurant is great as well. A hidden gem in Hvolsvollur as well….Gljúfrabúi. Look up this amazing waterfall!
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LAVA Centre
14 AusturvegurThe largest volcano and earthquake and exhibition in Europe. There´s nothing really like it, so interactive so the kids love it as well! The restaurant is great as well. A hidden gem in Hvolsvollur as well….Gljúfrabúi. Look up this amazing waterfall!
Parks & Nature
A journey into Raufarhólshellir (The Lava Tunnel) is a unique experience and a great opportunity to witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed during the Leitahraun eruption, which occurred east of the Bláfjöll mountains about 5200 years ago. Every winter spectacular ice sculptures are formed inside the entrance of the cave making the experience of visiting the lava tunnel even more breathtaking.
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Le Tunnel de Lave
A journey into Raufarhólshellir (The Lava Tunnel) is a unique experience and a great opportunity to witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed during the Leitahraun eruption, which occurred east of the Bláfjöll mountains about 5200 years ago. Every winter spectacular ice sculptures are formed inside the entrance of the cave making the experience of visiting the lava tunnel even more breathtaking.
At the end of the beautiful town Hveragerði, you´ll find Reykjadalur, the valley where the hot river runs through. It takes about an hour to hike up to the river where you can bath in the geothermal river.
Reykjadalur
ReykjadalurAt the end of the beautiful town Hveragerði, you´ll find Reykjadalur, the valley where the hot river runs through. It takes about an hour to hike up to the river where you can bath in the geothermal river.
Þingvellir (Thingvellir) is a historic site and national park and is a UNESCO world heritage site. It's known for the Alþing (Althing), the site of Iceland's parliament from the 10th to 18th centuries. On the site are the Þingvellir Church and the ruins of old stone shelters. The park sits in a rift valley caused by the separation of 2 tectonic plates, with rocky cliffs and fissures like the huge Almannagjá fault.
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Parc national de Þingvellir
Þingvellir (Thingvellir) is a historic site and national park and is a UNESCO world heritage site. It's known for the Alþing (Althing), the site of Iceland's parliament from the 10th to 18th centuries. On the site are the Þingvellir Church and the ruins of old stone shelters. The park sits in a rift valley caused by the separation of 2 tectonic plates, with rocky cliffs and fissures like the huge Almannagjá fault.
The original Geysir (where the name came from). Geothermal area in the Golden Circle with hot springs, active geysers & boiling mud pits. Part of the golden circle
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Geysir
HaukadalsvegurThe original Geysir (where the name came from). Geothermal area in the Golden Circle with hot springs, active geysers & boiling mud pits. Part of the golden circle
The watermost waterfall in Europe. Gullfoss (Golden Waterfall) is an iconic waterfall of Iceland offering a spectacular view of the forces and beauty of untouched nature. Gullfoss is part of the Golden Circle tour, located in South Iceland on the Hvítá (White) river which is fed by Iceland´s second biggest ...
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Gullfoss - Panorama Restaurant - Cafe - Shop
The watermost waterfall in Europe. Gullfoss (Golden Waterfall) is an iconic waterfall of Iceland offering a spectacular view of the forces and beauty of untouched nature. Gullfoss is part of the Golden Circle tour, located in South Iceland on the Hvítá (White) river which is fed by Iceland´s second biggest ...
Everything Else
Not far from the cabin (30 min drive). A geothermal town with lots of local farmers selling their vegetable and fruits. Bring coins since you might have to serve yourself. Check out the hotspring Hrunalaug. Amazing to warm up in. Please make sure you respect the area and don´t leave any trash there.
Have a lunch at Fridheimar, a tomato greenhouse with tomato-based menu! It´s a very popular restaurant so make sure you book a table during high season. www.fridheimar.is/en
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Flúðir
Not far from the cabin (30 min drive). A geothermal town with lots of local farmers selling their vegetable and fruits. Bring coins since you might have to serve yourself. Check out the hotspring Hrunalaug. Amazing to warm up in. Please make sure you respect the area and don´t leave any trash there.
Have a lunch at Fridheimar, a tomato greenhouse with tomato-based menu! It´s a very popular restaurant so make sure you book a table during high season. www.fridheimar.is/en
The biggest town in the area, try the ice cream at Huppuís!
The town has a movie theater, fast food, stores, bars and everything in between.
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Selfoss
The biggest town in the area, try the ice cream at Huppuís!
The town has a movie theater, fast food, stores, bars and everything in between.
A 20 minute drive from our cabin. It is a small village by a lake. Laugarvatn Fontana is a spa where you come to relax and experience authentic Icelandic nature while relaxing in the warm geothermal pools and natural steam rooms. Fontana is located by a beautiful lake Laugarvatn and you can enjoy the spectacular views from the sauna or the pools.
The hostel next door to the spa has a great café/bar whith a great breakfast buffet.
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Laugarvatn
A 20 minute drive from our cabin. It is a small village by a lake. Laugarvatn Fontana is a spa where you come to relax and experience authentic Icelandic nature while relaxing in the warm geothermal pools and natural steam rooms. Fontana is located by a beautiful lake Laugarvatn and you can enjoy the spectacular views from the sauna or the pools.
The hostel next door to the spa has a great café/bar whith a great breakfast buffet.
Shopping
Bónus & Hagkaup
5 LarsenstrætiBónus is a budget grocery store
Krónan
Krónan is a budget grocery store
Food Scene
Try the best lobster soup in the country by the sea at Fjöruborðið.
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Fjorubordid Restaurant
3a EyrarbrautTry the best lobster soup in the country by the sea at Fjöruborðið.
Arts & Culture
For centuries Skálholt was the actual capital of a rural society and the cultural and spiritual center of the country, figuring eminently in the cultural and church history. But after waning status of the bishop’s office, volcanic eruptions, a major earthquake and other disasters in the late 18th century the episcopal see and school were transferred to Reykjavík.
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Skálholt
For centuries Skálholt was the actual capital of a rural society and the cultural and spiritual center of the country, figuring eminently in the cultural and church history. But after waning status of the bishop’s office, volcanic eruptions, a major earthquake and other disasters in the late 18th century the episcopal see and school were transferred to Reykjavík.
Sightseeing
Skógafoss Waterfall
Gönguleið um FimmvörðuhálsBeautiful waterfall with great view on top.
Seljalandsfoss
ÞórsmerkurvegurBeautiful waterfall
Reykholt is one of Iceland's most notable historical sites. It houses a cultural centre and a church.
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Reykholt, Southern Iceland
Reykholt is one of Iceland's most notable historical sites. It houses a cultural centre and a church.