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North Iceland

Borgarsandur Beach

Long black-sand beach immediately east of Sauðárkrókur with dunes, coastal birdlife and views towards Drangey and Málmey.

30–60 minutesEasy

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North Iceland

Borgarvirki

Natural volcanic fortress rising above the landscape of Vatnsnes, modified by people and associated with Icelandic saga history.

30–60 minutesModerate

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North Iceland

Botnstjörn

Peaceful pond beneath the sheer innermost cliffs of Ásbyrgi, surrounded by woodland and dramatic rock walls.

30–60 minutesEasy

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North Iceland

Bunárfoss

Waterfall in the mountain landscape of Svarfaðardalur, away from North Iceland’s busier waterfall stops.

1–2 hoursModerate

North Iceland

Dalvík

Fishing town on the western shore of Eyjafjörður and gateway to Svarfaðardalur, whale watching and ferry connections to Grímsey.

1–2 hoursEasy

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North Iceland

Dalvík Beach

Shoreline beside Dalvík with views across Eyjafjörður and towards the surrounding mountains.

30–60 minutesEasy

North Iceland

Dettifoss

Enormous waterfall on Jökulsá á Fjöllum, approximately 44–45 metres high and around 100 metres wide.

1–2 hoursModerate

North Iceland

Dimmuborgir

Extraordinary maze of lava towers, caves and arches created by volcanic activity beside Lake Mývatn.

2–4 hoursEasy

North Iceland

Drangey

Spectacular flat-topped island rising steeply from Skagafjörður, famous for seabirds, dramatic cliffs and its connection with Grettir the Strong.

Half dayChallenging

North Iceland

Drekagil

Dark volcanic ravine beside the Dreki mountain huts and ranger station at the gateway to Askja.

1–2 hoursModerate

North Iceland

Dyngjufjöll

Remote volcanic mountain massif surrounding the Askja caldera in the northern Highlands.

Full dayChallenging

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North Iceland

Dyngjujökull

Major northern outlet glacier of Vatnajökull overlooking the volcanic wilderness around Holuhraun.

VariableChallenging

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North Iceland

Earth Lagoon Mývatn

Geothermal bathing lagoon overlooking the volcanic landscapes of Mývatn, formerly known as Mývatn Nature Baths.

2–4 hoursEasy

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North Iceland

Eurovision Exhibition

Exhibition in Húsavík displaying Eurovision memorabilia alongside costumes and props connected with The Story of Fire Saga.

30–60 minutesEasy

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North Iceland

Eyjafjörður

One of Iceland’s longest fjords, surrounded by mountains, fishing villages, islands and the regional capital Akureyri.

Full dayEasy

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North Iceland

Eyjan

Distinctive rock formation dividing Ásbyrgi, with hiking routes providing elevated views across the canyon.

1–2 hoursModerate

North Iceland

Fjallahöfn Beach

Quiet black-sand beach below Route 85 with long coastal views across Öxarfjörður.

30–60 minutesEasy

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

North Iceland

Foss River Waterfalls

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

1–2 hoursModerate

North Iceland

Friðland Svarfdæla

Protected wetland and river environment in Svarfaðardalur particularly valuable for birdlife and peaceful walking.

1–2 hoursEasy