Ostisland

Region · 🇮🇸 Island

Bevölkerung 11.227

Fläche 16.792 km²

Zeitzone Europe/London, Atlantic/Reykjavik

Offizielle Website east.is

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Die absoluten Highlights der östlichen Region

Die östliche Region Islands umfasst den weitläufigen Vatnajökull-Nationalpark, die Heimat der Gletscherlagune Jökulsárlón und der Basaltsäulen des Svartifoss. Entlang der Küste sammeln sich am schwarzen Sand von Breiðamerkursandur Eisberge vom Breiðamerkurjökull-Gletscher, während die Halbinsel Stokksnes einen Blick auf das Vestrahorn-Gebirge und ein nachgebautes Wikingerdorf bietet. Im Landesinneren beherbergt die Region den 128 Meter hohen Wasserfall Hengifoss und das türkisblaue Wasser der Stuðlagil-Schlucht, die von einer der weltweit größten Ansammlungen von Basaltsäulen umrahmt wird. Die historische Stadt Seyðisfjörður und die Fjorde von Borgarfjörður Eystri prägen die abgelegene Ostküste des Gebiets.

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Gunnar Gunnarsson / CC BY-SA 3.0

Iceland's Hidden Gems

Explore East and Southeast Iceland's unique landmarks, from the 128-meter-high Hengifoss waterfall with its distinct red clay layers to the industrial remains of the Gígjukvísl Bridge, destroyed by a 1996 glacial flood. This collection features Petra’s mineral museum in Stöðvarfjörður and the Tvísöngur sound sculpture in Seyðisfjörður, designed to resonate with traditional Icelandic vocal harmonies. The list also includes Falljökull, a steep outlet glacier of Vatnajökull characterized by its massive icefall and intricate crevasse patterns.

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Iceland's Natural Wonders

Eastern and Southern Iceland feature diverse geological formations, from the geometric basalt columns of Svartifoss to the 128-meter drop of Hengifoss. The region is shaped by the Vatnajökull ice cap, feeding the iceberg-filled Jökulsárlón lagoon and numerous glacier tongues like Skaftafellsjökull and the steep icefall of Falljökull. These sites showcase volcanic activity through red clay layers and ancient lava flows, alongside dynamic glacial systems that form seasonal ice caves.

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Icelandic Vistas and Monuments

This collection highlights the dramatic geological and artistic landmarks of East Iceland. It features the basalt column formations of Stuðlagil Canyon and Svartifoss, the jagged peaks of Vesturhorn and Eystrahorn, and glacial vistas from Sjónarnípa. Cultural sites include the resonating domes of Tvísöngur in Seyðisfjörður, the granite bird eggs of Gleðivík, and the Gigjukvisl Bridge Memorial, which preserves twisted steel remains from the 1996 glacial flood. These sites showcase a mix of natural wonders, sound installations, and historical ruins.

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Icelandic Churches

Eastern Iceland's landscape is dotted with diverse places of worship, from historic timber structures to modern architectural landmarks. This collection highlights sites like the iconic blue church of Seyðisfjörður and Bakkagerðiskirkja, which houses a notable altarpiece by artist Jóhannes Kjarval. Many of these churches, such as Stafafellskirkja and Valþjófsstaður, preserve centuries of local history through their unique artifacts and traditional Icelandic craftsmanship, reflecting the region's spiritual and cultural evolution.

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Gustavo Vargas Coli / CC-BY-SA

Icelandic Campsites & Caravan Sites

This collection features campsites and caravan parks across East Iceland, ranging from the glacier-access points of Skaftafell to the remote highland sites near Mount Snæfell. Key locations include the regional hub of Egilsstaðir, the historic fjord town of Seyðisfjörður, and the coastal villages of the Eastfjords. Facilities vary by site, with many offering sanitary dump stations, Wi-Fi, and showers, while others provide access to hiking trails, puffin colonies, and historic landmarks like Petra’s Stone Collection.

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Icelandic Stays

This selection of accommodations in Eastern Iceland spans from coastal fjord villages to the remote Lónsöræfi wilderness. It includes modern design hotels near the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, historic 19th-century buildings in Fáskrúðsfjörður, and rustic alpine huts managed by local touring clubs. Travelers will find converted agricultural buildings, farm stays with geothermal hot tubs, and highland shelters positioned at the base of Mount Snæfell and the Kverkfjöll glacier.

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