Things to Do in East Iceland
East Iceland is a secluded region with a tranquility that belies the richness of its landscapes and heritage.
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Snæfellsstofa Visitor Centre, Skriðuklaustur
East Iceland
Snæfellsstofa is the information center for the eastern territory of Vatnajökull National Park. It is situated at Skriðuklaustur in an environmentally friendly building. The house itself is the first of its kind in the country. It is design
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Skriðuklaustur, Centre of culture & history
East Iceland
Skriðuklaustur is the former home of the famous author Gunnar Gunnarsson (1889-1975). Since 2000 it has been open as a centre of culture & history with various activities and exhibitions. It houses a museum about the author with personal gu
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Wartime Museum
East Iceland
At the Icelandic Wartime Museum, you can travel back to the days of the Second World War and the military occupation of Reyðarfjörður . The museum gives a vivid insight into life during the war in a country which has never had an army or be
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Fosshotel Eastfjords
East Iceland
Located on the east coast of Iceland, Fáskrúðsfjörður is celebrated for its majestic nature and beautiful scenery. Fosshotel Eastfjords operates in 4 historic buildings previously made for French fishermen in the years between 1898-1907. Th
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Eyjar Fishing Lodge at Breiðdalsá
East Iceland
EYJAR LODGE is thought by some to offer the most luxurious accommodation in east Iceland. The are 8 en-suite bedrooms with tv and each bathroom has even heated floors! The lodge has also one master-suite and free Wifi is now included for al
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Hengifoss Food Truck
East Iceland
The food truck is located accross the bridge from the paking lot to the waterfall. You can walk over in 2 minutes or end your hike to Hengifoss with a visit on your way back to the parking lot. We offer local food, all homemade by ourselves
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Hildibrand Hotel
East Iceland
Hildibrand Hotel is our apartment hotel, offering spacious self-catering apartments all with their own private balcony overlooking the fjord. The Hotel is situated on the water's edge in the town centre of Neskaupstaður a beautiful, peacefu
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Skaftfell Center for Visual Art
East Iceland
Skaftfell Center for Visual Art was founded in the year 1998 by a group of art enthusiasts, the Skaftfell Group. The Skaftfell Group was formed by friends of the artist Dieter Roth (1930-1998) who had regularly spent time in Seyðisfjörður d
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Snæfell
East Iceland
The hut by Snæfell has sleeping bag accommodation for 45 people and a living area for about 30 people. GPS location for the hut is: 64.48.250N/ 15.38.600V. In the summer there is running water and a WC but during winter there is a compostin
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Hallormsstadur Camping Ground
East Iceland
HALLORMSSTADUR NATIONAL FOREST CAMPING GROUND Two toilets housed are in Atlavík camping with hot and cold water, facilities for dishwashing, waste disposal for mobile homes, toilet for the disabled, outdoor barbeque, tables, and chairs as w
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Sólbrekka Mjóifjörður
East Iceland
Sólbrekka guesthouse/Café and cottages in Mjóifjörður are by road no. 953 The nearest town is Egilsstaðir, 42 km. Two cottages located right below the house Brekka. Each house has sleeping place for 4-5 persons, a bedroom with double bed on
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Cultural Center - Langabúð
East Iceland
Langabúð cafe is located in the oldest building in Djupivogur, dating back to 1790. The cafe offers a wide variety of homemade goods such as soups, bread with salmon and smoked lamb, cappuccino, espresso, latte, and delicious cakes. The men
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Lyngás Guesthouse - Egilsstaðir
East Iceland
Lyngás guesthouse is located in the heart of East Iceland, the beautiful town of Egilsstadir. All main services such as shopping, restaurant’s and swimming pool are within walking distance. At Lyngás guesthouse we offer made up beds and/or
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East Iceland Heritage Museum
East Iceland
East Iceland Heritage Museum (Minjasafn Austurlands) The East Iceland Heritage Museum preserves and presents the cultural history, traditions, and community life of the region. The museum features two permanent exhibitions: Reindeer in East
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Hálsakot Fishing Lodge
East Iceland
HÁLSAKOT LODGE is an elegant country accommodation ideally situated only 40-minutes drive north of Egilsstaðir town in the green woodland of Jökulsárhlíð country, just 15 km. away from the ring road and 45 km. away from the service centre a
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Hengifosslodge
East Iceland
The Hengifosslodge is located in an elevated position with a beautiful View of the Lagarfljót. The lodge has three luxurious Tiny Houses and three cozy Apartments. Enjoy your Vacation in the middle of Nature. We look forward to your visit -
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Kvörn coffee roastery
East Iceland
The first specialty coffee roastery in East Iceland. They roast high-quality single-origin beans in small batches and work directly with farmers who prioritize ripeness, flavor, and responsibility. Every cup tells a story — of place, care,
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Klausturkaffi Café
East Iceland
Klausturkaffi is located in the cultural centre at Skriðuklaustur in Fljotsdalur valley, 39 km from Egilsstaðir. The restaurant offers lunch and cake buffet every day when it is open along with the small menu. The focus is on the Icelandic
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Seyðisfjörður Campsite
East Iceland
The campsite is located close to the center of town. It is surrounded by trees and divided into smaller areas. It is well located but close to the campsite, there is a grocery store, craftsman's market, swimming pool, restaurants, a sports
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Reyðarfjörður Campsite
East Iceland
This camping site is beautifully located by the Andapollur pond, a small pond at the left of the town's entrance. Facilities include shower, lavatories, washing machine and electricity. Disposal of waste for campers is by the Olís gas stati
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Lefever Sauce
East Iceland
Lefever Sauce Company is behind the first Icelandic hot sauce and produces food products made from chili. Lefever sauces are Icelandic culinary craftsmanship, produced in Djúpivogur using high-quality fresh ingredients.
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Hotel 1001 nott
East Iceland
Hotel 1001 nott is a family-owned luxury hotel, beautifully situated in a quiet area by Lake Lagarfljót, approximately 5km from Egilsstaðir. Guests can explore the spacious hotel garden during their stay, take a walk on the sandy beach of L
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Breiðdalssetur
East Iceland
The centre features an exhibition on the use of drill cores to reveal the hidden depths of Iceland's geology, including the volcanic island of Surtsey and the immense sequence of lavas that make up Eastern Iceland. It also includes rooms de
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Bustarfell Museum
East Iceland
In Hofsárdalur in Vopnafjörður you will find the old family farm Bustarfell, a quaint, centuries old Icelandic turf house with red gables and a grass-grown roof which is now a museum. Bustarfell is one of the oldest and best preserved turf
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Askur Taproom
East Iceland
Affiliated to Austri Brugghús, we are a local bar located in Egilsstadir in Iceland. We serve Austri Brugghús' beers! We are a cozy and modern bar that offers a great selection of beer, beer flights, and brewery tours.
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Hjáleigan Cafe Bustarfell
East Iceland
Café Croft is placed beside Bustarfell Museum , Vopnafjörður . At Bustarfell Museum you get to feel and explore how Icelanders lived in the earlier days. Opening hours: 10:00-17:00 every day from 1 June to 31 August.
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Voxey Trips
East Iceland
Voxey Trips – Nature Adventures from Djúpivogur Discover Djúpivogur from a new perspective with Voxey Trips. Our RIB safari tours take you close to dramatic coastlines, majestic cliffs, and vibrant wildlife, offering an unforgettable exper
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Hotel Eyvindará
East Iceland
Hotel Eyvindará is a peaceful and forested haven in the close vicinity of town Egilsstaðir. The site enjoys a scenic view over the surrounding region; Egilsstaðir and neighboring village Fellabær. The hotel is situated just off highway no.
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Travel East Iceland
East Iceland
Since 2011, at Travel East Iceland, we have developed an expertise in off-the-beaten-path discovery and a passion for sharing our discoveries with like-minded travellers. The Travel East Iceland team consists of expert travel leaders with
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Djúpivogur Campsite
East Iceland
Djúpivogur has a fine camping place in midtown with all basic services within the span of 500 meters. The village offers various recreational possibilities, e.g. a new swimming pool, a 9 hole golf course, interesting museums, and walking tr
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Ferðafélag Fljótsdalshéraðs - Sigurðarskáli
East Iceland
. Accommodation: 75 sleeping bags . Operating time: Closed and locked during winter, wardens during summer . Telephone: 863 9236 . GPS: N64°44.850-W16°37.890 . Other facilities: Oil stove for heating. Gas stove for cooking. Toilets and show
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Kirkjubær Guesthouse
East Iceland
Kirkjubær is a unique guesthouse, converted from an old church built in 1925 in the old fishing village of Stodvarfjordur . See also: Our website and e-mail kirkjubaergisting@simnet.is
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GJ Travel
East Iceland
GJ Travel Iceland is a family run, independent coach company and incoming tour operator in Iceland. Specialized in tailor-made group tours, scheduled escorted tours for FIT’s, as well as excursions and cruises to Greenland. We offer many di
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Technical Museum of East Iceland
East Iceland
Join us in the Old Mechanical Shop for a journey through history and innovation at our exhibition „Búðareyri – stories of transformation“. The exhibition tells us the history of Búðareyri, the part of Seyðisfjörður that was hit by a major l
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Eskifjörður Swimming pool
East Iceland
An outdoor swimming pool that is warmed up by a geothermal well. The swimming pool is 25 x 12 meters and outside. It has 2 hot tubs, a sauna, 3 different water slides, and a children's pool. From the swimming pool, you can see out over the
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Fjoshornid
East Iceland
Fjóshornið is located at the Egilsstaðir farm, where the same family has engaged in farming for nearly 130 years. Skyr, yogurt and cheese is produced all year round, made out of cows' milk, but Fjóshornið café is only open in the summertime
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Hotel Eskifjordur
East Iceland
Welcome to Hótel Eskifjörður, located in the town centre, with stunning views over the fjord and the majestic Hólmatindur mountain. The perfect base for exploring the beauty of East Iceland and just a short walk away from local shops, resta
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Salt Café & Bistro
East Iceland
A bistro is in its original Parisian incarnation a small restaurant serving moderately priced simple meals in a modest setting. Bistros are defined mostly by the foods they serve. French homestyle cooking with robust earthy dishes and slow-
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Ferðafélag Fljótsdalshéraðs - Loðmundarfjörður-Klyppstaður
East Iceland
The chalet of the Fljótsdalshérað Touring Club at Klyppsstaður in deserted fjord Loðmundarfjörður has a sleeping bag accommodation for up to 38 people. This is a spacious chalet, situated along the celebrated Víkurslóðir hiking route. . Acc
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Berunes
East Iceland
The Berunes family invites travelers, wishing to slow down, to join them for a while. Berunes has one of the oldest and most renowned HI Hostels and a small Campsite. The popular Berunes Restaurant is open all summer and offers a good selec
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Reindeer Park
East Iceland
The Reindeer Park in Egilsstaðir is truly unique in Iceland – the only place where you can get up close and personal with reindeer. The park began in 2021, when two reindeer calves were found without their mother and in very poor condition
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Bungalo
East Iceland
Bungalo is the largest Icelandic marketplace for vacation rentals in Iceland. On www.bungalo.com you can find a variety of properties listed all around Iceland and you can book the property of your choice directly through the website. We of
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Síreksstaðir Farm Holiday
East Iceland
You will find the farm Síreksstaðir in glen Sunnudalur, a small and peaceful haven off valley Hofsárdalur in Vopnafjörður . The farm boasts a small guesthouse with 7 rooms along with two summerhouses, each with space for 4 people. Both offe
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Arctic Fun
East Iceland
We at Arctic Fun offer kayak trips in East Iceland by Djúpivogur - customized trips that suit everyone. An ideal opportunity for individuals, family, friends, or even a fun day for companies. It is so wonderful to enjoy nature from the midd
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East Iceland Bus Company
East Iceland
Austfjarðaleið, the East Iceland Bus Company, is among the oldest, most established bus companies in Iceland. It was founded in 1962 by Sigfús Kristinsson, a man known in the East of Iceland for his witticism and vivid style of storytelling
Bus tours
Húsey HI Hostel & Horse Riding
East Iceland
A Hostel, Farmhouse and Stables, this is the perfect place to experience the pace of Icelandic farm life and nature. Having welcomed hostel guests for decades, Húsey HI hostel is a splash of colour in the unspoilt landscape of the East. Wit
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French sailors in Iceland
East Iceland
The avant-garde exhibition in The French Museum in Fáskrúðsfjörður is the newest of Fjarðabyggð' s museums and collections . This museum is located in two stately buildings, the Doctor's House and the French Hospital as they are called, bui
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HH Guest House
East Iceland
The guest house is located in Sveitarfélagið Hornafjörður, about 45 km east of Jökulsárlón, right next to highway 1. Right next to it is a beautiful forest grove and to the north is a spectacular mountain and glacier view. Höfn is 25 km eas
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