The East Fjords are a little known region, we often stop before, at the Jokulsarlon on route 1, where you can experience these places in a short amount of time. However, the view of the fjords can be amazing, and some places deserve that you take the time to discover them.

Between sea and mountains: the East Fjords 

Grimsey is a small Icelandic island situated about 25 miles north of Iceland and the arctic polar circle runs through it. The spot is also ideal for watching bird colonies.

Crossing over the arctic circle on Grimsey island

Only open when the centre of the country is no longer under snow, Route F35 is one of the most legendary in Iceland: rocky and wild, it winds its way through the most desolate and mountainous regions of the island. An exceptional road trip of discovery during the summer months!

On the F35

The peninsula of Snæfellsnes, made famous by Jules Verne's novel Journey to the Centre of the Earth, contains most of Iceland's magnificent landscapes and is just a few hours' drive from the capital. In one day—or two, if you have the time—, you can discover superb panoramic views and various natural places of interest.

A day on the peninsula of Snæfellsnes

Skaftafell

Hekla

Gullfoss

The most beautiful place in Iceland! Landmannalaugar is a region with spectacular and unreal scenery.

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This area of spectacular scenery is where US astronauts train before a mission.
The lunar landscapes are breathtaking and the area is desert-like. You can only get there in the summer because the roads to inland Iceland are closed throughout the rest of the year when the weather conditions are too dangerous for crossing the ford which leads to the campsite. While hiking, you'll come across many sulphur fumaroles, black lava flows and impressive rocks, as well as patches of snow, even in the summer.
Before returning to the campsite, go swimming in a 40-degree hot water spring surrounded by mountains. It's a real moment of happiness. Getting out and into the cold is not quite as pleasant though, so make sure you remember your towels and fleeces and get dressed quickly!
The trek up Thorsmörk was highly recommended to me. It takes three days to complete and I've included it as part of my itinerary for my next trip to Iceland.

The most beautiful place in Iceland! Landmannalaugar is a region with spectacular and unreal scenery.

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