Lake Mývatn
Mývatn area
Discover the unique volcanic landscapes, lava formations, and rich birdlife around Lake Mývatn.
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Plan a free trip to NorðurþingUpdated: 2026-10-12
Norðurþing is a municipality in northern Iceland, renowned for its dramatic landscapes, geothermal activity, and rich marine life. It's an ideal destination for nature lovers seeking adventure and pristine beauty.
Things to do in Norðurþing include Lake Mývatn, Goðafoss Waterfall, Dimmuborgir. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.
Discover the unique volcanic landscapes, lava formations, and rich birdlife around Lake Mývatn.
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Witness the beauty of 'the Waterfall of the Gods,' one of Iceland's most famous waterfalls.
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Walk among dramatic lava formations, known as 'the dark castles,' with marked hiking trails.
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Learn about the ocean's magnificent whales and conservation efforts at this fascinating museum.
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Explore this famous volcanic cave with a deep blue thermal spring inside.
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Explore the history of human exploration, including journeys to space and the poles.
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Visit this charming wooden church, an iconic symbol of Húsavík town.
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Relax in mineral-rich warm waters with breathtaking views of the bay and mountains.
Plan NorðurþingExplore this vast canyon, home to powerful waterfalls like Dettifoss and Hrafnagilsfoss.
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Learn about geothermal energy production at this power station located in an active volcanic area.
Plan NorðurþingHere is what 3 days in Norðurþing look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.
The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It also assumes a car: the places are spread across a wide area. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.
Lake Mývatn, Goðafoss Waterfall, Dimmuborgir, Húsavík Whale Museum, Grjótagjá Cave, The Exploration Museum and 9 more. Lake Mývatn: Discover the unique volcanic landscapes, lava formations, and rich birdlife around Lake Mývatn.
Day 1: GeoSea Sea Baths, Geosea Geothermal Sea Baths, Húsavík, Ásbyrgi Canyon. Day 2: Selfoss Waterfall, Dettifoss, Hafragilsfoss, Jökulsárgljúfur Canyon (part of Vatnajökull National Park). Day 3: Víti Crater (Krafla), Lake Mývatn.
The itinerary for Norðurþing runs through Húsavík, Vatnajökull National Park, Krafla area and Mývatn area.
Museums worth visiting in Norðurþing: Húsavík Whale Museum (Húsavík) and The Exploration Museum (Húsavík).
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