Inga’s guidebook
Sightseeing
The hiking trails in and around the town are famous but the most famous is the walk into a worm creek in Reykjadalur. A wonderful walk that ends in a lovely bath in a warm creek. Swimwear is essential but warm creek is the main attraction in the valley. You can bathe in the river, it takes about 1 1/2 - 2 hours to walk.
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Río termal Reykjadalur Hot Spring
816 ReykjadalurThe hiking trails in and around the town are famous but the most famous is the walk into a worm creek in Reykjadalur. A wonderful walk that ends in a lovely bath in a warm creek. Swimwear is essential but warm creek is the main attraction in the valley. You can bathe in the river, it takes about 1 1/2 - 2 hours to walk.
A journey into Raufarhólshellir is a unique experience and a great opportunity to witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed during the Leitahraun eruption, which occurred east of the Bláfjöll mountains about 5200 years ago. Every winter spectacular ice sculptures are formed inside the entrance of the cave making the experience of visiting the lava tunnel even more breathtaking.
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El Túnel de Lava
A journey into Raufarhólshellir is a unique experience and a great opportunity to witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed during the Leitahraun eruption, which occurred east of the Bláfjöll mountains about 5200 years ago. Every winter spectacular ice sculptures are formed inside the entrance of the cave making the experience of visiting the lava tunnel even more breathtaking.
See erupting geysers, visit hot springs and experience the majesty of the Gullfoss Waterfall. Follow in the footsteps of Vikings on a walk down the lava canyon in Þingvellir National Park, where the American and Eurasian continents have pulled apart.
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Golden Circle Iceland
AusturströndSee erupting geysers, visit hot springs and experience the majesty of the Gullfoss Waterfall. Follow in the footsteps of Vikings on a walk down the lava canyon in Þingvellir National Park, where the American and Eurasian continents have pulled apart.
With distinctive red volcanic rock slopes, measuring 170 meters wide, 270 meters in circumference and 55 meters deep, Kerid crater lake is a 3,000 year old volcanic crater lake in South Iceland on the Golden Circle route. The actual lake itself is relatively shallow, between 7 and 14 metres, depending on rainfall and other factors, but as a result of minerals from the surrounding soil, the water is a unique and strikingly vivid aquamarine shade of blue. Take an easy hike around Kerid crater and enjoy the spectacular view!
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Kerid Crater
With distinctive red volcanic rock slopes, measuring 170 meters wide, 270 meters in circumference and 55 meters deep, Kerid crater lake is a 3,000 year old volcanic crater lake in South Iceland on the Golden Circle route. The actual lake itself is relatively shallow, between 7 and 14 metres, depending on rainfall and other factors, but as a result of minerals from the surrounding soil, the water is a unique and strikingly vivid aquamarine shade of blue. Take an easy hike around Kerid crater and enjoy the spectacular view!
At Friðheimar, we grow tomatoes all year round, despite Iceland’s long, dark winters, under artificial lighting in greenhouses. We welcome visitors to see our greenhouses, and then enjoy a taste of the crop. And now they can take delicious food souvenirs away with them, made of our tomatoes and cucumbers. We also breed horses, and put on a horse show – in fourteen different languages.
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Friðheimar
FriðheimarAt Friðheimar, we grow tomatoes all year round, despite Iceland’s long, dark winters, under artificial lighting in greenhouses. We welcome visitors to see our greenhouses, and then enjoy a taste of the crop. And now they can take delicious food souvenirs away with them, made of our tomatoes and cucumbers. We also breed horses, and put on a horse show – in fourteen different languages.
For over 30 years, Eldhestar has offered unique horse riding tours which have always been operated by Eldhestar.
As well as offering a diverse range of tours, we have superb guides. Our guides have many years Of training with us before we entrust them with guiding tours, so you can be sure you are in good hands. This formula is how we maintain a high level of service for all aspects of our tours and operations.
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Hotel Eldhestar
For over 30 years, Eldhestar has offered unique horse riding tours which have always been operated by Eldhestar.
As well as offering a diverse range of tours, we have superb guides. Our guides have many years Of training with us before we entrust them with guiding tours, so you can be sure you are in good hands. This formula is how we maintain a high level of service for all aspects of our tours and operations.
A great way to relax and enjoy.
The swimming pool in Laugaskarði is 50 meters long and 12 meters wide and for a long time was the largest swimming pool in the country. It is a so-called flow pool, heated by steam, which ensures the normal acidity and purity of the water. The pool is in a sheltered rest area that looks out to the south, north of Varmár on the road to the State Gardening School at Reykir in Ölfus. A guard is always on hand at the pool and there is also a TV system to monitor and ensure pool guests' safety. There is a hot, shallow pool, electric hot tub and a natural sauna.
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Sundlaugin Laugarskaroi
ReykjamörkThe swimming pool in Laugaskarði is 50 meters long and 12 meters wide and for a long time was the largest swimming pool in the country. It is a so-called flow pool, heated by steam, which ensures the normal acidity and purity of the water. The pool is in a sheltered rest area that looks out to the south, north of Varmár on the road to the State Gardening School at Reykir in Ölfus. A guard is always on hand at the pool and there is also a TV system to monitor and ensure pool guests' safety. There is a hot, shallow pool, electric hot tub and a natural sauna.
Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths is located in the center of the most popular tourist route in Iceland, the Golden Circle.
A unique experience of the healing powers of the geothermal springs. Soak in a natural pool, listen to the bubbling hot spring in the steam rooms, or for the venturesome, take a dip in the refreshing lake.
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Laugarvatn Fontana
LaugarbrautLaugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths is located in the center of the most popular tourist route in Iceland, the Golden Circle.
A unique experience of the healing powers of the geothermal springs. Soak in a natural pool, listen to the bubbling hot spring in the steam rooms, or for the venturesome, take a dip in the refreshing lake.
Secret Lagoon natural hot springs are located in the small village called Fludir and are in the Golden Circle area. We have kept it natural and unique for our guests so they can get the true Icelandic feeling. The pool’s natural surroundings and steam rising into the air gives the place a magical feeling. The warm water stays at 38-40 Celsius all year. In the whole area there are several geothermal spots and a little Geysir which erupts every 5 minutes, showing off for the guests relaxing in the hot spring. During winter, the northern lights often give a great lightshow above Secret Lagoon. What better way to view the spectacular light show overhead than relaxing in the pool’s warm water?
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Secret Lagoon Iceland
HvammsvegurSecret Lagoon natural hot springs are located in the small village called Fludir and are in the Golden Circle area. We have kept it natural and unique for our guests so they can get the true Icelandic feeling. The pool’s natural surroundings and steam rising into the air gives the place a magical feeling. The warm water stays at 38-40 Celsius all year. In the whole area there are several geothermal spots and a little Geysir which erupts every 5 minutes, showing off for the guests relaxing in the hot spring. During winter, the northern lights often give a great lightshow above Secret Lagoon. What better way to view the spectacular light show overhead than relaxing in the pool’s warm water?
Food scene
The motivation behind Ölverk lies in our passion for premium wood fired pizza and fine Icelandic craft beer. Ölverk's own unique in house brewery is powered by geothermal energy.
A truly local beer.
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Ölverk Pizza & Brewery
The motivation behind Ölverk lies in our passion for premium wood fired pizza and fine Icelandic craft beer. Ölverk's own unique in house brewery is powered by geothermal energy.
A truly local beer.
HVER Restaurant is located in Hotel Örk Hveragerði. It is a first class restaurant with a la carte menu, as well as group menus. HVER is the ideal restaurant after a full day of excursion. HVER is open to everyone. Opening hours: 11:30 – 22:00.
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HVER Restaurant
HVER Restaurant is located in Hotel Örk Hveragerði. It is a first class restaurant with a la carte menu, as well as group menus. HVER is the ideal restaurant after a full day of excursion. HVER is open to everyone. Opening hours: 11:30 – 22:00.
This is a place to enjoy sandwiches, mains and desserts,
based on Nordic traditions of Icelandic quality ingredients.
The owners of the Food Court have been energetic for the last 25 years
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Matkráin
This is a place to enjoy sandwiches, mains and desserts,
based on Nordic traditions of Icelandic quality ingredients.
The owners of the Food Court have been energetic for the last 25 years
A local bakery and café. Large selection of breads and pastries. Opens early in the morning.
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Almar Bakari
2 SunnumörkA local bakery and café. Large selection of breads and pastries. Opens early in the morning.
In Hveragerði.
Local grocery store with low prices and good selection. Open frá 10 am til 18.30 pm.
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Bónus
2 SunnumörkIn Hveragerði.
Local grocery store with low prices and good selection. Open frá 10 am til 18.30 pm.
Neighborhoods
Hveragerði is a town about 45 km away from Reykjavik known for its unbelievable geothermal areas, the hot river that runs through the valley above, excellent hiking and riding trails, and its fantastic restaurant scene. Hveragerði is a fertile town and annually they host the Blossoming Days dedicated to their flora!
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Hveragerði
Hveragerði is a town about 45 km away from Reykjavik known for its unbelievable geothermal areas, the hot river that runs through the valley above, excellent hiking and riding trails, and its fantastic restaurant scene. Hveragerði is a fertile town and annually they host the Blossoming Days dedicated to their flora!
Matarmenning
Hoflandsetrið Restaurant
Great Local retaurant.