Tag: waterfall

Akureyri: Iceland’s northern capital

We are on our way from Lake Mývatn to Akureyri. Just out of Lake Mývatn we stop to view Goðafoss, waterfall of the gods, and one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland. After visiting so many small towns, it feels kind of strange to drive into Iceland’s ‘Northern capital’ Akureyri; the town of around … Continue reading Akureyri: Iceland’s northern capital →

Eastbound and up: Egilsstaðir, Dettifoss and Lake Mývatn

On this day we had no plan but to drive. It’s quite a long drive between Höfn and Egilsstaðir, so we gave ourselves plenty of time to take in the incredible scenery. This drive takes us through the mountain route past the start of the East Fjords. The coastal route at the beginning of the … Continue reading Eastbound and up: Egilsstaðir, Dettifoss and Lake Mývatn →