West Iceland
Tröllafoss in Rauðsgil
A named waterfall hidden within the Rauðsgil trail system.
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West Iceland
Tröllafossar at Fossatún
Small waterfalls beside Fossatún, an area strongly associated with Icelandic troll folklore.
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Tröllaskagi
Mountainous peninsula of deep fjords, dramatic valleys and historic fishing towns between Skagafjörður and Eyjafjörður.
Full dayEasy
Explore this place →South Coast
Tröllkonuhlaup
A lesser-known waterfall in the river landscapes of western South Iceland.
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Trostansfjörður
A quiet side fjord of Arnarfjörður surrounded by the steep, sparsely populated landscapes characteristic of the central Westfjords.
30–60 minutesVery easy
Explore this place →North Iceland
Tungnafellsjökull
Remote glacier and volcanic massif northwest of Vatnajökull in the central Highlands.
VariableChallenging
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Tungudalur
A mountain valley behind Ísafjörður with walking opportunities, waterfalls and easy access to the landscape surrounding the town.
1–2 hoursEasy
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Tungulending
Remote coastal location on Tjörnes offering peaceful views across the sea and surrounding northern landscape.
1–2 hoursEasy
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Turnhús
One of the historic buildings forming the Neðstikaupstaður heritage area beside Ísafjörður harbour.
Under 30 minutesVery easy
Explore this place →East Iceland
Tvísöngur
Interactive mountainside sound sculpture of five resonating concrete chambers overlooking Seyðisfjörður.
1–2 hoursModerate
Explore this place →North Iceland
Ullarfoss
Lesser-known waterfall within the Skjálfandafljót river system in the Bárðardalur area.
30–60 minutesModerate
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Uppsala Chapel
A small cultural and religious site in the remote Selárdalur area of Arnarfjörður.
Under 30 minutesEasy
Explore this place →North Iceland
Upsafjall
Mountain above the Dalvík area forming part of the dramatic western wall of Eyjafjörður.
Half dayChallenging
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Upsaströnd
Scenic coastal area on the western side of Eyjafjörður near Dalvík, backed by the mountains of Tröllaskagi.
30–60 minutesEasy
Explore this place →East Iceland
Urðarhólar
Gentle 3 km walk through rolling terrain, small ponds and bird-rich countryside beneath the colourful mountains of Borgarfjörður Eystri.
1–2 hoursEasy
Explore this place →South Coast
Urðaviti Lighthouse
A lighthouse in the volcanic coastal landscape of Heimaey.
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Urriðafoss
A broad and powerful waterfall on the Þjórsá river close to the Ring Road.
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Urriðavatn
Peaceful lake immediately north of Egilsstaðir, best known as the setting for the floating geothermal pools at Vök Baths.
Under 30 minutesVery easy
Explore this place →North Iceland
Vaðlaheiði Viewpoint
Elevated views from the eastern side of Eyjafjörður back towards Akureyri and the mountains of Tröllaskagi.
30–60 minutesEasy
Explore this place →Westfjords
Valþjófsdalur
A quiet valley and coastal landscape in the Önundarfjörður area, surrounded by classic flat-topped Westfjords mountains.
30–60 minutesEasy
Explore this place →East Iceland
Valþjófsstaðarkirkja
Church at the historic Valþjófsstaður farm, best known for its connection with Iceland’s famous medieval carved Valþjófsstaður door.
Under 30 minutesVery easy
Explore this place →North Iceland
Varmahlíð
Small service village at a major road junction in Skagafjörður, surrounded by historic sites and horse country.
30–60 minutesEasy
Explore this place →South Coast
Vatnajökull
Europe’s largest ice cap by volume, dominating southeastern Iceland and feeding numerous outlet glaciers.
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Vatnajökull Northern Edge
Remote northern margin of Vatnajökull where enormous outlet glaciers descend into the volcanic Highlands.
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