Points of interest

A lush gorge of springs, waterfalls and lava formations, with walking trails leading you through one of Þjórsárdalur’s most distinctive landscapes.

Buried by the eruption of 1104 and uncovered centuries later, Stöng is one of the best-preserved ruins ever found in Iceland.

Turquoise water, countless waterfalls and vivid green moss stand out against the raw Highland landscape of this secluded canyon.

A twin waterfall with a story behind its name, once a welcome resting place for travellers crossing the Highlands.

Built to mark the 1,100th anniversary of Iceland’s settlement, this reconstruction of the farm at Stöng offers a closer look at how people lived centuries ago.

Falling 122 metres from the Highland edge into the valley below, Háifoss is a dramatic sight in the wild landscape of Fossá.