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Westfjords

Flatey Island

A peaceful historic island in Breiðafjörður known for colourful old buildings, abundant birdlife and an atmosphere that feels wonderfully removed from mainland Iceland.

2–4 hoursEasy

Westfjords

Flatey Library

A tiny historic library on Flatey and one of the island’s most unusual cultural landmarks.

Under 30 minutesEasy

Westfjords

Flatey Village

The tiny historic settlement on Flatey, characterised by colourful traditional buildings and the peaceful atmosphere of Breiðafjörður.

30–60 minutesEasy

Westfjords

Flateyri

A historic village beneath the mountains of Önundarfjörður, known for its unusual museums, old buildings and powerful avalanche history.

1–2 hoursVery easy

Westfjords

Flateyri Avalanche Barriers

Enormous avalanche-defence structures above Flateyri that also provide an unusual perspective over the village and Önundarfjörður.

30–60 minutesEasy

Westfjords

Flateyri Avalanche Memorial

A memorial to the people who lost their lives in the devastating avalanche that struck Flateyri in 1995.

Under 30 minutesVery easy

Westfjords

Flateyri Beach

The shoreline around Flateyri, with open views across Önundarfjörður towards the surrounding mountains.

30–60 minutesEasy

South Coast

Fláajökull

A broad outlet glacier descending from Vatnajökull west of Höfn.

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Westfjords

Flókalundur

A scenic stopping point beside Vatnsfjörður and a useful base for exploring the surrounding nature reserve and southern Westfjords.

Under 30 minutesVery easy

Westfjords

Flókalundur Viewpoint

A scenic viewpoint in the Flókalundur and Vatnsfjörður area overlooking the surrounding fjord and mountain landscape.

Under 30 minutesVery easy

Westfjords

Flókatóftir

A historical site associated with Hrafna-Flóki, the Viking explorer traditionally connected with giving Iceland its name.

Under 30 minutesEasy

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East Iceland

Flögufoss

Highest waterfall in Breiðdalur, dropping around 60 metres beneath a smaller cascade that passes through a natural stone arch.

30–60 minutesEasy

Westfjords

Fljótavík

A spectacular remote bay and valley in western Hornstrandir surrounded by mountains and wilderness.

Full dayChallenging

South Coast

Fljótshlíð

A fertile hillside region with wide views and strong connections to Njáls Saga.

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North Iceland

Folk Music Centre

Small cultural centre dedicated to Icelandic folk music and the work of collector Reverend Bjarni Þorsteinsson.

30–60 minutesEasy

North Iceland

Fontur

Extremely remote lighthouse and headland near the outer tip of Langanes surrounded by wild cliffs and open ocean.

Full dayChallenging

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North Iceland

Forest Lagoon

Geothermal forest spa opposite Akureyri with warm infinity pools overlooking Eyjafjörður.

2–4 hoursEasy

North Iceland

Forvöð

Remote geological feature within the Jökulsárgljúfur canyon system encountered on longer hiking routes.

1–2 hoursChallenging

South Coast

Foss á Síðu

A tall, slender waterfall dropping from the cliffs beside the Ring Road.

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North Iceland

Foss River Waterfalls

Series of smaller waterfalls in the river landscape around Eyjafjörður near Akureyri.

1–2 hoursModerate

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East Iceland

Fossastígur

Easy waterfall trail from Seyðisfjörður following Fjarðará through woodland towards Fjarðarsel and a succession of cascades.

2–4 hoursEasy

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West Iceland

Fossá Waterfall

A scenic waterfall stop in the dramatic Hvalfjörður landscape.

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South Coast

Fossálar

A picturesque series of cascades beside the Ring Road east of Kirkjubæjarklaustur.

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