Iceland

Iceland has a special place in my heart. What a beautiful country. Desolate, rugged and vast all at once. A land where you can experience four seasons in one day. Lava fields, waterfalls, snow-capped mountains and glaciers; there’s no end to the sights! Iceland is worth visiting both in summer and winter. In this category, you’ll find articles about sights in the south of Iceland, as well as in the east (East Fjords), west (Snaefellsnes) and northwest (West Fjords) of the island.

Víðimýrarkirkja in Skagafjörður, one of the oldest turf churches in Iceland

I love combining culture with nature, especially when on a road trip. While driving a part of the Arctic Coast Way in North Iceland, I pass Ring Road 1 near Varmahlíð and come across Víðimýrarkirkja, one of Iceland’s oldest turf…

Hofsós Sundlaug, Iceland’s most beautiful swimming pool?

Iceland has stunning spots for swimming and enjoying geothermal waters. I’ve already visited several hot pools in the Westfjords and hot pools in the Eastfjords. This time, I’m heading to a few thermal baths in North Iceland. Driving along the…

Námafjall Hverir and the Krafla fires, the geothermal heart of Iceland

Námafjall Hverir is located in the north of Iceland, near Lake Mývatn and is one of the country’s most impressive geothermal areas. I visit Hverir after driving a section of the Arctic Coast Way and continuing onto part of the…

Arctic Coast Way in winter: which part are we driving?

A few years ago, I visited the south of Iceland in winter. Now it’s time to explore the north! We fly from Reykjavik to Akureyri with Icelandair, pick up our rental car and head straight to Forest Lagoon (Skógarböðin), one of…

Glaumbær Museum, traditional turf farm in North Iceland

On the Tröllaskagi peninsula, in the village of Varmahlíð, you’ll find a traditional Icelandic turf farm: Glaumbær. The buildings on this farm complex date back to the 18th and 19th centuries and were inhabited until 1947. Whether you’re driving the…

Húsavík in winter: what to do in Iceland’s whale town?

Húsavík is a harbor town in the north of Iceland, known as the whale-watching capital of Europe. During summer, the Skjálfandi Bay attracts countless whales, making it a prime reason to visit this northern destination. But what about visiting Húsavík…

Perlan museum Iceland: a must-visit in Reykjavik

Are you planning a trip to Iceland and want to learn more about the country’s geology and natural wonders? Then make sure to visit the interactive Perlan museum in Reykjavik. With various exhibitions, immersive films, an 8K planetarium and even an ice cave…

Geosea Geothermal Sea Baths in Húsavík, North Iceland

In the north and east of Iceland, there are several beautiful geothermal baths, such as Forest Lagoon in Akureyri and Vök Baths in Egilsstaðir. While driving the Arctic Coast Way along the northern coast of Iceland, I decide to visit…