Attractions in Egilsstadir

A hidden geothermal pool built into the landscape just off the Ring Road near Djupivogur in East Iceland, offering a secluded soak with views across open plains to mountains and sea.

Gamlabúð is a historic merchant's building in Djúpivogur that now serves as a visitor centre and cultural space. The 1790 timber building hosts art exhibitions, local history displays, and a café, offering a pleasant stop in one of East Iceland's most charming harbour villages.

Iceland's largest national forest, spanning 740 hectares of native birch woodland and planted species along the shores of Lake Lagarfljot in East Iceland. Hallormsstadur offers over 40 kilometres of hiking trails, a unique Arctic arboretum, and two scenic campgrounds.

Iceland's third tallest waterfall at 128 metres, Hengifoss is distinguished by its striking red clay layers sandwiched between dark basalt strata in the surrounding cliff face. The moderate hike from the shores of Lake Lagarfljot passes Litlanesfoss, a smaller waterfall framed by hexagonal basalt columns.

Streitishvarf is a remote lighthouse on the eastern coast of Iceland, perched on dramatic cliffs with views over Berufjordur fjord. The drive to reach it passes through stunning coastal scenery, and the lighthouse itself stands in rugged isolation.