South Coast
Stórhöfði
A dramatic headland at the southern end of Heimaey famous for ocean views and puffin colonies.
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Stóri-Dímon
A distinctive isolated hill rising from the plains near Fljótshlíð.
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Stórurð
Extraordinary mountain basin of enormous boulders, turquoise pools and green meadows beneath the jagged Dyrfjöll peaks.
Full dayModerate
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Stöðvarfjörður
Small creative Eastfjords village surrounded by mineral-rich mountains and known for Petra’s Stone Collection, unusual geology and dramatic coastal scenery.
2–4 hoursVery easy
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Stöðvarfjörður Swimming Pool
Small outdoor community swimming pool with a hot tub in the centre of Stöðvarfjörður.
1–2 hoursVery easy
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Stöng Viking-Age Farm
The excavated remains of a medieval Icelandic farm preserved in Þjórsárdalur.
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Stefánshellir
A lava cave within the Hallmundarhraun cave system.
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Steinbogafoss
One of the many waterfalls encountered above Skógafoss on the Skógá trail.
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Steingrímsfjarðarheiði
A highland road crossing providing a dramatic approach to the Strandir coast and Hólmavík.
30–60 minutesVery easy
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Stigahlíð
A dramatic mountainside and coastal landscape in the outer Bolungarvík area.
30–60 minutesEasy
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Stjórnarfoss
A beautifully shaped waterfall just outside Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
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Stokkseyri
A small coastal village east of Eyrarbakki with food, museums and sea views.
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Stokkseyri Beach
A quiet coastal area beside Stokkseyri.
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Stokksnes
A spectacular coastal landscape of black sand, dunes and reflections beneath Vestrahorn.
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Stone Arch in Jafnadalur
Natural stone arch high on the slopes of Álftafell reached on a rewarding hike through peaceful Jafnadalur.
2–4 hoursModerate
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Strandarkirkja
A historic church standing alone near the wild southwest coast.
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Strandir Coastal Road
The increasingly remote coastal journey north through Strandir towards Djúpavík, Norðurfjörður and Árneshreppur.
Half dayEasy
Explore this place →Westfjords
Strandir Sheep Farming Museum
A museum near Hólmavík exploring sheep farming and the enormous role it has played in rural Icelandic life.
1–2 hoursVery easy
Explore this place →East Iceland
Strútsfoss
Tall two-stage waterfall dropping through a colourful gorge lined with striking red geological layers.
2–4 hoursModerate
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Streitishvarf
Family-friendly coastal area south of Breiðdalsvík with a short geological trail, dramatic dykes and open ocean views.
1–2 hoursEasy
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Streitisviti
Small lighthouse at scenic Streitishvarf, surrounded by geological formations and sweeping coastal views.
30–60 minutesEasy
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Strokkur
The regularly erupting geyser that provides the main spectacle at the Geysir Geothermal Area.
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Strompgljúfrafoss
A lesser-known waterfall in the dramatic mountain landscape of the central Westfjords.
Under 30 minutesEasy
Explore this place →East Iceland
Stuðlafoss
Beautiful waterfall framed by tall basalt columns on the main hiking approach to Stuðlagil Canyon.
30–60 minutesEasy
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