Urriðafoss

The highest volume waterfall in Iceland — a shallow, wide cataract over the Þjórsá River, just off Route 1.

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Fluðir

Beautiful views along the road from Fluðir.

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Gaukshöfði

A small detour from the Rte 32, a steep climb up the rocky cliffs — and you’re rewarded with fabulous views over the wide aquamarine Þjorsá river. In the distance is the low mound of Hekla volcano.

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Hjálparfoss

Unique columnar basalt formations and a twin waterfall falling into a rounded pool make this a lovely place to stop.

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Stöng

A 12th century ruin, excavated from volcanic ash, is a perfect example of a saga-era Viking farmstread.

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Garður

This tiny village on the very tip of the Reykjanes peninsula hosts two lighthouses.

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