The southern region is the most unique and visited area in Iceland. Everything that makes Iceland so special and interesting can be found there. From fascinating history, culture, and art to unrivaled nature. Hiking, horseback riding, fishing, hot springs, lava fields, volcanoes, glaciers, waterfalls, lakes, and more. The nature is shaped right beneath your feet, and you cannot remain indifferent to the beauty that the South offers.
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An hour's drive east of Reykjavik is the town of Selfoss, the largest in South Iceland. Over 4,000 residents live in the city, situated on the banks of the Olfusa River, an hour's drive from the capital, Reykjavik. The city is ideal for day trips in the area, and you will find everything you need: restaurants, hotels, shops, a supermarket, pharmacies, a hospital, banks, swimming pools, a cinema, a golf course, horse farms, and more.
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Vatnajokull Glacier is the largest glacier in the world outside the polar regions. The glacier spans an area of 8,100 square kilometers and covers about 8% of the island's territory. Volcanic activity occurs beneath the thick layer of ice. While walking on the glacier, you will hear the ice falling, moving, and changing nature in this wonderful natural playground. Grímsvötn volcano, which erupted in May 2011, lies at the foot of the glacier. Its recent eruptions caused major floods in the area. Measurements show that throughout history, the glacier has been shrinking.
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A visit to Hofn is merely a prelude to the jewel of the South – the glacier lagoon, Jokulsarlon. The lagoon is located about 80 km from Hofn, a 45-minute drive on Route 1. The lagoon is stunning in its beauty, and it is hard to describe in words the special colors, the size of the icebergs, the waves, the quiet, and the rare beauty unfolding before your eyes. The size of the lagoon is 20 square kilometers and its depth exceeds 300 meters. This is the largest and deepest glacier lagoon in Iceland.
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About half an hour's drive west of Vik on Route 1 is the town of Skogar. The main attraction in the town is the impressive Skogafoss waterfall, towering to a height of 60 meters. Next to the waterfall, there is a hiking trail leading to the top of the waterfall. The town also features the Folk Museum, divided into three parts: the first part is outside the museum, where traditional turf houses reconstructed from the 18th and 19th centuries are located. Nearby there is also an old schoolhouse from 1901 and a church from 1879. The second part of the museum is dedicated to transportation, featuring old vehicles, snowplows, saddles, boats, and more. The third part displays various art and cultural artifacts, such as musical instruments, traditional costumes, various tools, and more.
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Vik - the southernmost town in Iceland, has a population of 600. The town holds the dubious title of the rainiest place in Iceland, so when visiting, you should prepare for wind, fog, and lower temperatures than usual. Clearly visible from the town are the Reynisdrangar sea stacks standing in the open sea. The cliffs rise to a height of 66 meters above sea level. According to local legend, two trolls tried to pull a boat from the sea, but when the sun rose they turned into stone, becoming these famous cliffs. The cliffs are very beautiful, and the path to them crosses a charming black sand beach.
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Vestmannaeyjar - the Westman Islands are located off the southwestern shores of Iceland and include 14 islands, among them the only inhabited island in the group, Heimaey, and the island of Surtsey. The story of the latter island is interesting – the island rose above sea level in the late 1960s as a result of a volcanic eruption from an underwater volcano. Today, the island is used mainly for research by geologists studying the evolution and formation of islands.
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Kirkjubaejarklaustur - the unpronounceable name is actually the name of a small, quiet town in southern Iceland with a population of only 150. The town is located 70 km from Skaftafell National Park.
The settlement became famous mainly in the 18th century, when the eruption of the Laki volcano, about 50 km from the town, brought immense destruction and devastation not only in Iceland, but worldwide. The eruption at the Laki craters, Lakagigar, was the largest volcanic eruption since the settlement period in Iceland.
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Hofn - a port town in southeastern Iceland located along Route 1, about 450 km east of Reykjavik. The town has a population of about 2,000 and lies between two stunning lagoons.
In Hofn, the lobster capital, you will find many restaurants recommended for fish and seafood lovers.
Trips in the area:
From the town, you can take trips to the great glacier and the glacier lagoon, Jokulsarlon.
Glacier Exhibition Center:
The town's visitor center also houses a glacier exhibition center that is not to be missed! The center opened in June 2005 and offers visitors an enriching and interesting experience.
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