Continue the trip to Húsavík, the oldest settlement in Iceland. On your way, you will drive through beautiful farmland. In Húsavík, there are many things to see and do, including visiting museums, taking a whale-watching tour, sailing to the island of Flatey, kayaking, horseback riding, hiking on Mt. Húsavík, golfing and relishing good food.
After a good day of recreation, relaxing in the Geosea baths and enjoying the magnificent view is ideal. In Húsavík and surroundings, you will find both hotels and guesthouses.
Travel along the Tjörnes peninsula, a special attraction, especially for those who are interested in geology. On the east side of Tjörnes is Hringsbjarg, offering a magnificent view of the mountain range of Öxarfjörður and a charming black sand beach, nearby and easily accessible. Hringsbjarg has a large viewing platform, a convenient parking area and an information sign. This is the perfect place to stop and stretch, breathe in the fresh sea air, and enjoy the view and tranquillity. The peninsula has a lot of bird life that is fun to watch.
When you arrive in Ásbyrgi, it is recommended to stop at the Gljúfrastofa information centre, learn about Ásbyrgi, this great natural wonder, and obtain information about the variety of hiking trails in the area. Enjoy the day in a magnificent environment where the contrasts of nature are so strongly revealed. In the vicinity of Ásbyrgi, there are several cosy guesthouses.
From Ásbyrgi is a short drive to Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall. Along the way, numerous interesting places are fun to explore. These include the columnal rock formations at Hljóðaklettar and Hólmatungur vegetation. Walking around this area and along Jökulsá glacial river reveals nature in its most impressive form. At Dettifoss, you truly experience how small you are compared to the forces of nature.
