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    Lake Myvatn region

    The Myvatn region has an interesting geological history and offers breathtaking views.

    In addition to the beautiful lake of the same name surrounded by unique lava formations, you will discover many other amazing attractions in the area. Right next to the lake is, among others, a lava cave with a hot spring flowing inside. Not much farther away is a bubbling geothermal area, the scenery of which will delight more than just science-fiction movie fans! To the north of the lake lies Krafla, a spectacular volcanic system with a milky-blue crater lake.

    If you’ve found yourself in the north of Iceland and the weather isn’t to your liking, you can relax in one of the surrounding towns such as Akureyri or Husavik and go to a whale museum, for example.

    Relaxing in the complex of the surrounding natural geothermal pools of Myvatn will also prove to be an excellent option.

    Places to see around lake Myvatn

    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Námafjall Hverir – a Geothermal Science Fiction Landscape
    Namafjall Hverir is a colorful and bubbling geothermal area in the Myvatn region. Landscapes from another world When you enter the Hverir area, you will be transported to…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Hverfjall – a Volcano Like no Other
    Hverfjall, also known as Hverfell, is a beautiful but very unusual volcano on the eastern shore of Lake Mývatn. In this article: A unique volcano - even for…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Husavik – the Whale Watching Capital of Iceland
    Húsavík is a town that was founded and developed thanks to whaling. Today it makes its living by protecting and showcasing these beautiful animals. In this article: Husavik…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Hofdi and Gud Fingur – the Picturesque Shore of Lake Myvatn
    Hofdi is a surprising oasis of greenery on the rocky and lava-like Myvatn, right next to the rock columns of Gud Fingur. Together they form the beautiful eastern…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Hljodaklettar – the Howling Rocks
    Hljodaklettar is a picturesque cluster of diverse rock formations near Dettifoss and Asbyrgi. Calling Rocks The landscape created by the columnar formations of Hljodaklettar is truly remarkable. Vertical,…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Grjotagja – Lava Cave of Jon and Ygritte
    Grjotagja (Grjótagjá) is a small lava cave with a hot spring that became famous as the backdrop for the hot love scene between Jon Snow and Ygritte in…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Dimmuborgir – the ‘Black Fortress’ Lava Field
    Dimmuborgir, also known as the Black Fortress, is a large area of interestingly shaped lava fields located east of Mývatn. The lava formations found in Dimmuborgir are reportedly…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Dettifoss – Iceland’s Mightiest Waterfall
    Dettifoss is Iceland's most powerful and the second most powerful in Europe. It lies in Vatnajökull National Park, in the northern part of the island. In this article:…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Asbyrgi – a Scenic Horseshoe-Shaped Canyon
    Ásbyrgi is an impressive horseshoe-shaped canyon located about 30 km north of Iceland's most powerful waterfall, Dettifoss. There are several reasons to see this canyon. The unusual origins…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Aldeyjarfoss – One of Iceland’s Most Beautiful Waterfalls
    Aldeyjarfoss waterfall is one of Iceland's most beautiful waterfalls. It is less frequently visited because it lies along the F26 mountain road. What it looks like, what constitutes…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Akureyri – Iceland’s Capital of the North
    Akureyri, called the capital of the north in Iceland, is a city on the Eyjafjörður fjord located in the northern part of Iceland. It lies just 100 kilometers…
    Iceland
    w Iceland - 4 November 2023

    Storagja – a Rock Crevice Filled With Water
    Storagja (Stóragjá) is a little-known fissure located in the town of Reykjahlíð, on Lake Mývatn in northern Iceland. Inside is a cave filled with naturally heated geothermal water.…
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