Welcome to the land of fireside and ice, the place majestic landscapes, cascading waterfalls, and epic adventures await in small cities throughout Iceland. Nestled amidst the rugged terrain and dramatic fjords, these hidden gems are a haven for nature fanatics searching for a dose of jaw-dropping magnificence. From the otherworldly landscapes of Vik to the enchanting appeal of Grundarfjörður, put together to be mesmerized by Iceland’s gorgeous surroundings that may go away you breathless – each from its sheer magnificence and the occasional gust of chilly wind and rain! So seize your rain gear, layers, and prepare to discover these small cities and areas that pack an awe-inspiring punch.
I traveled to most of those cities by way of the Star Legend – a small ship from Windstar Cruises. It was an effective way to get all the best way across the island with ease…and dare I say a bit of luxurious too. The ship primarily moved to new ports at evening which meant that I used to be capable of actually optimize my time in Iceland by visiting small cities and experiencing the wildlife and panorama as a substitute of driving on a regular basis.
After cruising across the complete island and experiencing the hard-to-get-to communities, I rented a automotive for a few days to discover Southern Iceland in additional element. The ship itinerary didn’t cease in Southern Iceland – so it was my approach to have the ability to expertise all of Iceland’s small cities and greatest cities in 10 days whole. Listed below are my favourite Iceland cities and cities I visited with some concepts of what you are able to do and see there.
What’s the Greatest Metropolis in Iceland?
Reykjavik is the nation’s capital and its largest city. Most guests who journey to Iceland cease in Reykjavik. Actually – some folks hardly ever go away the capital area if they’re on a fast Iceland stopover. Though it’s the biggest metropolis in Iceland, it nonetheless solely has a inhabitants of 123,000, but 60% of the Iceland inhabitants lives in Reykjavik.
It’s an excellent capital metropolis filled with museums, high-end eating places, and procuring. I’ve frolicked there prior to now and determined to focus my time on the lesser-known areas and cities. I a lot favor to get out and discover the far corners of a rustic, away from the place everybody else goes. And that’s precisely what I did.
Issues You’ll Discover in Each Iceland City and Metropolis
After spending every week touring by means of the small cities in Iceland, there have been a number of issues that caught out to me; issues that just about each city had. After seeing these items a number of instances, I concluded that they have to be part of the Icelandic tradition.
Church buildings
In all places you look, you’ll discover a church steeple level up out of the Iceland panorama. They are going to be present in huge cities, fishing villages, small cities, and essentially the most distant rural settings. Some are fashionable, like those in Reykjavik and Akureyri, some are quaint little issues, and a few are blue! They actually have a stave church in Heimaey! The dominant faith is Lutheranism.
Rainbow Streets and Paths
Iceland is overflowing with rainbows…however not within the sky – on the bottom. Almost each small Iceland city you go to could have a rainbow highway or path. It began within the city of Seyðisfjörður in 2014 to indicate its immense assist for satisfaction, range, and acceptance. The development grew to the far corners of Iceland. So not solely are the cities full of colourful buildings, however you’ll additionally discover picturesque rainbows – and loads of avenue artwork.
Swimming Swimming pools
Don’t neglect to pack your swimming swimsuit when touring to Iceland! Each city, huge or small, appears to have a swimming pool. And the locals really go to them often – not like the aforementioned church buildings! Swimming pools are gathering locations for Icelanders and are open on daily basis. They’re usually heated by pure sizzling springs – making it nice to go to at any time of 12 months. So the Blue Lagoon is actually thought of a swimming pool in Iceland tradition. There are quite a lot of native ‘guidelines’ to know concerning the swimming swimming pools – so be sure you learn up on the Iceland swimming pool etiquette earlier than you soar in!
Scorching Canines
Rock up in any small village and also you’ll probably discover an Icelandic sizzling canine stand! I do know that appears a bit bizarre – however sizzling canine are a craze there – the last word Iceland quick meals. And after having quite a lot of them – let me inform you…they’re scrumptious! They’re made with lamb meat, all include a butter-toasted bun, a particular candy mustard, fried onions, and ketchup.
A Close by Waterfall
You don’t should go far to get to a waterfall in Iceland cities. It’s stated that there are over 10,000 waterfalls in Iceland. Iceland’s climate is filled with rain, snow, and glaciers – and all of that water has to go someplace. Almost each port cease we made had a close-by gorgeous waterfall to go to.
Iceland Waterfall Photograph Ideas
If you wish to get cool, easy, long-exposure photos (just like the one above), then listed here are a number of Iceland Waterfall Photograph Ideas.
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Utilizing a DSLR or Mirrorless digicam, deliver a tripod and ND filter
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If utilizing an iPhone, you’ll be able to nonetheless get sluggish shutter velocity pictures..simply do that! Open the digicam app – and faucet the Reside Photograph button on the prime. That nested circle factor on the prime proper. If it’s on, the app will briefly show LIVE. Take the image. Discover the photograph within the Pictures app (or faucet the icon within the decrease left of Digicam, when you simply snapped it now.) You’ll see this “LIVE” indicator within the prime left when you’re taking a look at a LIVE photograph. Faucet the phrase LIVE which is definitely a popup button, which helps you to select from a number of completely different results that may be utilized to a reside photograph. Faucet “Lengthy Publicity” – it will blur the water. It averages all of the frames collectively and provides it the blurred impact. Simply keep in mind, in case you are together with an individual within the photograph, simply be certain they keep utterly nonetheless for a number of seconds whenever you take the reside photograph.
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Defend your gear from the water with a LensCoat RainCoat. You may nonetheless get to the entire controls, however you’ll defend your gear on the similar time.
Iceland Cities to Go to
Heimaey Island – Vestmannaeyjabær
Heimaey is difficult to succeed in as a result of it’s an island off of the mainland, nevertheless, it’s effectively well worth the sea journey! It’s the one inhabited island of the Westman Island chain and is barely 5 sq. miles. It has an interesting latest volcanic historical past that has actually formed the island and tradition. The eruption in 1973 had the complete island evacuated in the course of the evening. The eruption continued for months. By the point residents had been capable of come again, most properties had been buried within the ash and the island expanded by 1 sq mile.
Heimaey and the small city of Vestmannaeyjabær was a cease on our cruise, nevertheless, you too can take a ferry over from southern Iceland. Both approach you go, the journey into the harbor across the sea cliffs is epic!
Issues to do on Heimaey Island
See Puffins
Heimaey is the place you’ll discover the biggest focus of Puffins in Iceland. Typically you’ll discover them ‘wandering’ by means of city – however most frequently you’ll be able to drive or take a bus tour to the cliffs and think about them.
Hike Up the Volcano
I took the time to hike up the Eldfell volcanic cone. It’s a fast hike however steep (720 ft up). It gives the perfect view of the city (if it’s not coated in fog). On the prime, you’ll additionally be capable of really feel the warmth nonetheless emitting from the mountain. There’s a gap the place you’ll be able to place your hand inside and really feel the heat like an oven. After all, there are additionally many different hikes you are able to do on the island when you keep longer and rent a information.
Volcano Museum
To study extra concerning the 1973 eruption, see photos, and find out how the city was saved, be sure you take a look at the Eldheimar Museum on the town – it’s fabulous! Open day by day from 11:00 AM to five:00 PM
Seydisfjordur
This charming city in east Iceland isn’t seen…and on my journey, I didn’t get to see it both! We had deliberate to cease there, nevertheless, because of the climate, we had been unable to get into the port. This stuff occur if you end up cruising to distant locations and sometimes the Captain has to make choices primarily based on climate. And since I actually solely write about locations I’ve been to – I’ll ship you off to the tourism web site to study extra about this little city in Japanese Iceland.
Akureyri
That is the biggest metropolis exterior of Reykjavik and is located on the finish of a protracted fjord(Eyjafjörður) on the North coast. Akureyri is named Iceland’s “Capital of the North.” Don’t let its dimension idiot you; this charming city packs fairly a punch! Discover its picturesque streets lined with colourful homes as you attempt to not journey over lovable Arctic foxes (okay, perhaps simply in my creativeness). There is probably not Arctic foxes on the streets, however there are coronary heart stoplights…and that’s fairly darn cool! Each pink stoplight on the town is heart-shaped…it makes you content that it’s a must to cease I assume.
Issues to do Close by
Forest Lagoon
Everybody is aware of of the Blue Lagoon, however on the north aspect of Iceland, you’ll discover the Forest Lagoon. This new sizzling spring spa is nestled in a uncommon Icelandic forest which provides it a reasonably distinctive setting. I beloved going there because it wasn’t crowded and felt extra native than the touristy Blue Lagoon. They’ve a few bars, a sizzling sauna, and a chilly dip pool too.
Whale Watching
The Eyjafjörður fjord is residence to many whale species and is taken into account the whale capital of Iceland. There are tons of choices, nevertheless, I went on a RIB boat. These boats are quick and might maneuver rapidly so that you’ll be capable of cowl extra floor, change instructions, and get to the whales faster than a lot of the different boats. We noticed quite a lot of humpbacks feeding throughout our morning zipping round out on the fjord whale watching!
Goðafoss Waterfall
It’s stated that 1000 years in the past when Christianity grew to become the official faith in Iceland, the statues of the previous Norse Gods had been tossed into this waterfall. This is the reason it’s thought of the waterfall of the Gods. It form of seems like a mini Niagra Falls because it spreads out broad throughout the panorama practically 90 ft. There are pathways the place you will get near the water and viewing factors on either side of the falls.
Vadlaheidi Tunnel
I employed a neighborhood driver by means of Get Your Information to take us to the Gadafoss Waterfall – however we ended up getting rather more than a experience to the waterfall. Jonas was a wealth of knowledge, gave us a city tour, offered the historical past and we even did a shock cease contained in the Vadlaheidi tunnel to study extra concerning the making of the tunnel. I might hardly consider it when he pulled over within the tunnel and he took us into a bit of room that had photos of the making of the tunnel and the way they overcame the water springs that had been unearthed within the building. It was fairly an engineering feat!
Isafjordur
Situated within the Westfjords the small, colourful city of Isafjordur is gorgeous surrounded by mountains and sea. There are a variety of museums right here such because the Heritage Museum, however positively take a look at the Museum of On a regular basis Life to study extra about how folks reside within the space. You can even take close by ATV excursions, and go climbing.
Issues To Do Close by
Dynjandi Waterfall
Dynjandi Waterfall sits within the distant Westfjords of Iceland. It’s the largest and essentially the most spectacular cascade within the area. Translating to “the Thunderer” in English, Dynjandi cascades 329 ft over terraces of basalt boulders. It’s made up of a collection of seven completely different waterfalls that spill out into the Fjord beneath.
There’s an important little path to the highest that takes about quarter-hour to hike. On the prime, you’ll be able to absorb among the most superior fjord views! The roar was actual – like thunder!
Jón Sigurðsson Museum
Hrafnseyri is an previous settlement that has hyperlinks to Iceland’s independence. Along with studying extra about Iceland’s journey to independence, it’s additionally an ideal place to discover the normal turf homes and previous church buildings discovered within the countryside. As well as, there’s a small espresso store and a museum devoted to Iceland’s independence hero Jón Sigurðsson who was born in Hrafnseyri.
Grundarfjörður
Burndarfjordor might be the best-known city on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. You’ll additionally see it within the film The Secret Lifetime of Walter Mitty along with the small fishing city of Stykkisholmur.
Issues To Do Close by
Puffin Watching
The fishing village of Stykkisholmur is a superb location to see these lovable Puffins that Iceland is understood for. We went on a ‘Viking Sushi tour’ for a half day the place we might sail out to the encircling islands and see the chook cliffs in addition to do some fishing and eat the freshest and tastiest sea scallops I’ve ever had.
Penguins are my favourite chook…however Puffins are a detailed second for me. They’re mainly penguins that may fly! They at all times seem like little footballs with wings to me. They flutter their wings wildly to get their rectangular our bodies airborne, which leaves you cheering for them fearful that they could drop out of the air!
Puffins arrive in Iceland in Might and stick round till late August. You may see them in lots of locations round Iceland’s cliffs, however Stykkisholmur was the place we noticed essentially the most. Plus, the captain of the boat was capable of get us so near the cliffs for an unbelievable peek into their smelly world.
The Most Photographed Spot in Iceland
Grundarfjörður Kirkjufell Mountain and Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall are the emblems of the city, towering over the ocean dramatically with steep peaks and a three-pronged waterfall beside it. Sadly whereas we had been the highest was coated with moody clouds.
Vik
Vík í Mýrdal is the southernmost village in Iceland and is a favourite cease on many Ring Highway Itineraries. As a result of it’s on the Ring Highway, be warned, you received’t be alone. The little city was bustling with vacationers after we had been there. It’s a pleasant cease for lunch and a stroll on the seaside, however ensure you additionally head up into the city close to the church the place you’ll get spectacular views. Plus, Close by you’ll discover among the hottest vacationer stops in south Iceland.
Issues to Do Close by
Black Sand Seashore and Sea Stacks
The South Coast is understood for its volcanic exercise. Actually the day we left the area one other volcano erupted! You’ll discover quite a lot of black sand seashores in and round Vik created by the gradual erosion of lava and different volcanic supplies, most of that are black or darkish in shade. For those who merely park in Vik and stroll out to the ocean you’ll encounter a protracted black sand seaside. To your proper, you’ll additionally discover intricate sea stacks which simply add to the great thing about Vik.
Church and Cemetery
You may’t assist however discover the church in Vik. It sits excessive atop a hill peering down on the little city. You may drive up there and park to get an important view of the city. Plus, you’ll be able to hike up the hill additional on a footpath and absorb sweeping views of a wildflower-filled valley in addition to the cemetery. I really like visiting cemeteries as I journey – and this one additionally has an unbelievable view.
Native Wool Store
The little sandwich signal on the nook learn Woolen Store, so I made a decision to pop my head in. Usually these kinds of retailers have some native older Icelandic girls sitting and knitting huge chunky wool sweaters by hand. Nonetheless, after I walked into this store within the basement of somebody’s home it was a mini manufacturing facility! A machine was weaving a wool rug, there have been bindles of colourful wool thread sitting on cabinets, and a girl and younger boy had been busy placing the ultimate touches on some wool mittens.
Though there have been machines – this positively wasn’t a contemporary operation. The proprietor eagerly walked us by means of the setup and defined the previous machines that use thistles from the fields to brush the wool. Within the again, you’ll discover a store with completed merchandise you should buy. I beloved studying extra about this industrial piece of Icelandic tradition. It’s open to anybody who desires to cease in, study extra, and store. It’s positioned simply down the hill from the church.
Solheimajokull Glacier
Solheimajokull is nestled between the volcanoes Katla and Eyjafjallajökull and might simply be reached by automotive. There’s an enormous car parking zone and a brief stroll will get you out to the terminus. We noticed little ‘icebergs’ floating within the water in entrance of it and watched as scores of tour teams hiked on prime of the glacier. It was nice to see because it gave you an concept of simply how huge the glacier was.
Skógar
That is actually extra of a small village (inhabitants 25) that occurs to be bookended by two waterfalls – one well-known, and one not so well-known.
Issues to Do Close by
Waterfalls
Skógafoss waterfall is the simplest to get to – and due to this fact essentially the most crowded. Nonetheless, it’s value a cease as this 203 ft waterfall is a powerhouse. There actually aren’t any tiers to Skógafoss so nothing to decelerate the water – it’s only a stable, highly effective circulate. I wore my waterproof gear and waterproof sneakers and was capable of stroll out into the stream to get an image with comparatively few folks in it.
Kvernufoss waterfall is a bit more off the overwhelmed monitor on the opposite aspect of city. It’s not as huge, however its seclusion is the half that makes it stunning. We visited early within the morning at 6:30 AM and had been the one ones round! You’ll have to observe a straightforward path into the canyon (a 15-minute stroll) to get to Kvernufoss. The canyon stroll is gorgeous, and the waterfall is even higher. You may even stroll behind this waterfall and peer out by means of the canyon.
Seljalandsfoss waterfall is one other extremely popular vacationer vacation spot. As soon as once more, we went at 6 AM and there have been solely 3 different folks there – it was pleasant! The waterfall is common as a result of you’ll be able to stroll solely behind the waterfall and be protected underneath the overhanging cliff. Nonetheless, you’ll nonetheless need your full waterproof gear on as you’ll get moist relying on which approach the wind is blowing. For those who wait till the afternoon, it’s illuminated by the solar, nevertheless, it’ll even be filled with folks full with a sluggish line of individuals ready to go stand behind the waterfall.
Waterfalls with No One At Them
Off of Freeway 261 simply exterior of Hvolsvöllur, you’ll discover some hidden gem waterfalls the place you’ll probably be the one one there at any time of day. An area advised us about these and I couldn’t consider how tranquil, quiet, and exquisite they had been. There’s a signal and car parking zone for Gluggafoss – a multi-tiered waterfall you could go stand behind.
Additional west alongside 261, you’ll discover Drifandi Falls in Fljotshio – a beautiful waterfall amongst a sheltered wooded space – an important place for a picnic! You received’t discover this on Google Maps, you’ll simply should belief me that it’s there! There’s a tough parking space and an indication for it alongside Freeway 261. There was nobody else on this magical little spot – it actually felt like a secret. As well as, look rigorously close to the water’s edge on the east aspect and also you’ll discover mini conventional Icelandic properties constructed…so tiny most individuals in all probability miss them! I’m fairly positive there was some elf magic taking place there.
Dímonarvegur Highway and Hike
For a surprising view of the area close to Seljalandsfoss, the glacier, and the snaking riverbed, don’t miss this brief hike. I truthfully don’t know what the title of this hill is, however you’ll be able to’t miss it when you take Dímonarvegur Highway (Highway 250). It’s a gravel highway however a 2-wheel drive could make it. There’s a hill (I’m not likely positive what to name it…a bump…a hill…a mound…a mountain?) proper alongside the highway with a bit of parking space. When you rise up shut you notice the ‘hill’ is definitely fairly steep and large, however there’s a path that leads as much as the highest that anybody can take. Simply be ready to your calves to burn and your knees to scream on the best way down the steep path.
However when you get to the highest, the view is gasp-worthy. You’ll see the snaking river fashioned from the glacier, the mountains, valley, and glacier within the far distance. You’ll actually really feel on prime of the world!
How you can Get To Iceland Cities
On my Iceland journey, I used to be capable of expertise two methods to get out and see the complete island – by automotive (the favored selection) and by small cruise ship (solely 250 passengers). It was fascinating to do each in the identical journey as I used to be capable of actually see some great benefits of every.
Iceland Cruise with Windstar Cruises
Cruising round Iceland on a small ship is an effective way to get past the capital metropolis and out to the small cities and villages all inside one week’s time. For me, that is the Iceland I really like – the distant cities, fishing villages, and lesser-visited sights. It’s additionally a method to actually expertise the ocean tradition that’s so sturdy in Iceland.
Windstar’s Star Legend ship was the proper comfy method to expertise the entire of Iceland. We began in Reykjavik and went south in a counterclockwise course round Iceland. The ship carried 300 passengers however solely had 250 on board. I loved unbelievable meals and menus from James Beard Cooks, drinks, and lectures on Icelandic historical past. At every port, we had been capable of do excursions that had been organized by means of Windstar or you could possibly additionally simply organize your personal. I did a bit of of each.
Expertise Windstar’s Cruise Round Iceland – Reykjavik to Reykjavik
I primarily used GetYourGuide to rearrange my very own excursions in ports the place I had extra time or wasn’t within the Windstar choices. They provide brief day journeys and half-day journeys that usually decide you proper up from ports in Iceland!
One Resort as You Journey Round Iceland
The cabins had been spacious. Ummm – whats up…we had a toilet with two sinks…in a cruise cabin! That was actually a primary for me. Every cabin additionally has a sitting space and we even had a small balcony. I beloved having the balcony to look at the seabirds glide alongside the ship simply skimming the tops of the waves. Plus as we entered the port of Heimaey we might watch the ocean cliffs go by whereas standing on our little balcony.
I believe my favourite factor about cruising round Iceland was the power to remain in a single room the complete time and unpack as soon as. This additionally made it tremendous simple to plan this trip since I didn’t have to go looking throughout for lodge rooms that are notoriously scarce in Iceland. I unpacked, hung up my garments, and was achieved…but we moved each evening to a brand new space…pure bliss.
As well as, Windstar gives an ‘all-inclusive’ package deal that features your entire suggestions, and alcoholic drinks all through the cruise – a reasonably large profit in case you are a cocktail nerd like me. And the perfect half…I didn’t should drive…so I might take pleasure in cocktails all evening if I needed to!
General – in case you are brief on time and don’t have the time to plan each little element of a highway journey, then this Windstar cruise round Iceland is the best way to go. Plus – you’ll see essentially the most complete view of Iceland in only a week’s time, which is nice for individuals who wish to do all of it however have restricted trip time (ahem…whats up fellow People).
By Automobile
The important thing to exploring Iceland’s cities independently is to start out your planning early. I seemed for resorts 3 months previous to the holiday and I might barely discover something out there. This is the reason we ended up staying in a shared hostel room with bunkbeds…it was all that was left! As well as, the identical goes for automotive leases – it’s a must to get on this early and reserve as there’s a restricted provide.
The place to Keep in South Iceland
We stayed at Midgard Basecamp in Hvolsvöllur – a family-run guesthouse and hostel that was fashionable, welcoming, and useful. I completely suggest it!
After all, you get the liberty of a highway journey and might cease everytime you need, go the place you need, change your plans at a second’s discover, and usually have full management – and there may be magnificence in that. One huge benefit to me was that I might cease each time I needed to take an image. As a photographer – that’s fairly vital to me.
It was a straightforward nation to drive in, nevertheless, when you get off the primary roads – you’ll wish to be sure that your rental automotive is the appropriate kind to tackle the tough roads. There aren’t any lodge chains in Iceland exterior of Reykjavik, so that you’ll be staying in quaint little visitor homes, and small resorts.
I at all times lease automobiles by means of RentalCars.com – I discover they’ve the perfect costs on the Web and are very easy to make use of and work with.
Don’t Go to Iceland With out This Gear
Waterproof is the magic phrase if you end up touring in Iceland in the summertime. Between the wet climate and the myriad of waterfalls – you’ll need waterproof every little thing…EVERYTHING. As well as, it’s nonetheless fairly chilly in the summertime – so that you’ll additionally need layers. Listed below are among the issues I took that labored rather well on this wet, chilly atmosphere. And don’t neglect your swimsuit!
Outside Analysis Helium Rain Jacket
This was my ‘Chasing Waterfalls’ jacket in Iceland! I nonetheless cannot consider how light-weight it’s – making it excellent for journey adventures. Keep heat, dry and visual on and off the paths with the ladies’s Outside Analysis Helium rain jacket. Taped seams, protected zippers – this light-weight jacket is absolutely waterproof!
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Oboz Girls’s Katabatic Waterproof Mountain climbing Shoe
An awesome gentle hiker that’s full waterproof from my favourite shoe firm – OBOZ. The Katabatic line is fairly new however it’s constructed for gentle, quick journey the place it is advisable keep dry…excellent for Iceland! I used these to hike and chase waterfalls crossing streams to get the proper shot!
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Fjallraven Abisko Trekking Tights Professional
These are nice for fall trekking the place you want a bit of extra heat than shorts. I really like the strengthened knees and butt which makes them sturdy sufficient to sit down on a rock and eat lunch. Plus – I really like the aspect pockets and comfy waist band.
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Ventus Energetic Hoodie – Girls’s – OutdoorVitals
The Ventus Energetic Hoodie brings a brand new which means to “ultralight backpacking”. Not do it’s a must to sacrifice heat to get a decrease pack weight! This hoodie is one thing you may have with you whether or not you are backpacking, biking, touring, snowshoeing, or throughout another a part of your energetic way of life!
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LensCoat Raincovers
Do not let the climate cease your pictures! This modern cowl gives safety to your digicam and lens from the weather like rain, snow, salt spray, dust, sand and mud whereas permitting you quick access to the digicam and lens controls.
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From the colourful capital metropolis of Reykjavik to the quaint and picturesque villages scattered alongside the coast, to the Westman Islands – every city has its personal appeal and wonder to discover. Whether or not you might be captivated by the gorgeous landscapes, fascinated by the tradition, mesmerized by the waterfalls, or searching for out of doors adventures, Iceland’s cities have one thing for everybody. So pack your luggage and rain gear and embark on an unbelievable journey by means of this enchanting land of fireside and ice!
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