East

The East part of Iceland offers a little bit of everything; majestic mountains and narrow fjords, forests, wide variety of birdlife and bird cliffs and, last but not the least, loads of small fishing villages which hold a special charm. In East Iceland, the landscape exhibits an extraordinary variety of colors and it´s truly a magical region of natural phenomena.

The East of Iceland is relatively scanty populated except for the third largest lowland area of the country, Hérað. In Hérað district the landscape is different from the rest of the east district, vegetation flourishes. In this sheltered region is the village of Egilsstaðir, often referred to as the capital of the East.

There are many natural harbours in the East fjords and it led to many fishing villages developing in the 19th century. Most of them still exist till this day. These villages, seaside communities have a special charm to them.

The East offers all of everything, forests, wide variety of birdlife, deserts, majestic and steep mountains, narrow fjords, bird cliffs, vast expanses.

In East-Iceland the landscape exhibits an extraordinary variety of colours, it is a magical region of natural phenomena. The fjords are magnificent, long, narrow fjords, steep mountains and sharply uneven  peaks.

For more detailed information about attractions, villages and activities in the east be sure to go through our destination guide.