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    Woods in North Iceland

    Vaglir Forest
    Located just 14 km west of Akureyri (by Route 1) and is one of the future recreation forests of the Akureyri area.
    Kristnes Forest
    Forest area 10 km south of Akureyri town (road 821). Varied recreation forest effectively used for health and rehabilitation purposes. Originally grown as a recreation area for patients at the tuberculosis sanatorium now housing geriatric and rehabilitation wards. The forest boasts a 300 m long paved path with a beautiful view.
    Grund Historical Grove
    Historical grove from the year 1900 with many different tree species labeled with taxonomical names and planting year.
    Þórðarstaðir Forest
    Along with adjacent forests these are amongst the biggest continuous woodlands in Iceland.
    Vaglaskógur Forest
    One of the most eye-catching forests in Iceland, situated in Fnjóskadalur Valley
    Melar & Skuggabjörg Forests
    Among the greatest birchwoods in Iceland located in Fnjóskadalur eastward from the town of Akureyri.
    Ásbyrgi
    Varied forest in otherworldly surroundings of Ásbyrgi Canyon at the northern tip of Vatnajökull National Park.
    Reykjarhóll Forest
    Nice recreation forest in the outskirts of Varmahlíð Village in Skagafjörður. Ideal for a relaxing stop when traveling Route 1. Walking trails to the top of the hill with a good view over the surrounding landscape. Explore the panoramic disc for the placenames insight.