2016 Iceland Map of the area inside!

MÝVATN
Iceland
Map of the area inside!
2016
“MÝVATN” - The northern lights capital of Iceland
Welcome to this remote location at the edge of the interior of Iceland, the perfect place to
witness the Northern Lights. The rural area around the beautiful lake has very little artificial light
pollution, which makes the location ideal.
The lava landscape and natural features make the region perfect for photographing both day
and night. The climate is dry as the region is further away from the coast, therefore the sky is
often clear and that is the most important thing to see the lights.
Even though the night offers the northern lights the days are fascinating as well. The winter
landscape is stunning and different winter activities on offer. At the end of the day it´s amazing
to rest in the warm geothermal lagoon at the Mývatn Naturebath.
All around the lake you find good accommodation, restaurants and tour operators. Check for
their Northern Lights packages from 3-5 days, filled with activity and hospitality.
The perfect place!
Visitors come to Mývatn to witness the Northern Lights, a natural light display in the sky caused
by charged particles fed by solar wind into the atmosphere in Arctic and Antarctic regions.
Northern Lights can be seen during the hours of darkness from late August until the end of
March, when the sky is clear and the solar activity is enough.
Another well-known natural wonder of northern latitudes is the midnight sun, which has attracted
people to the Arctic regions for years. The polar day lasts from the end of May until the middle of
July. This is the season when day and night blur into one and the air fills with endless birdsong.
Research* in the Mývatn area shows that depending on your lenght of stay your chances get better!
Length of stay:
one night two nights three nights four nights five nights
Chances - %
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* Research by Sel Hotel 2011-2015
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Planning your visit to Mývatn:
Mývatnsstofa is a local travel agency and booking center by lake Mývatn. We are located in the
village of Reykjahlíð, next to the supermarket. If you need any information during your stay or
need help planning your visit to the region of Mývatn do not hesitate to contact us.
We can book anything for you:
- accommodation
- excursions
- activities
- bus tickets
- incentives
We are your gateway to Mývatn!
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Tourist Information Center - Hraunvegur 8 - 660 Mývatn - Tel.+354 464 4390 - [email protected]
Mývatn is surrounded by wonders of nature including:
Dettifoss - the most powerful waterfall of Europe
Goðafoss - another amazing waterfall
Krafla lava fields - steaming lava field
Dimmuborgir - the dark castles are a rock formation
masterpiece
The Nature baths - the local blue lagoon
Hverarönd - steaming mud pots and screaming steam
vents
Lake Mývatn - host of amazing wildlife
Hverfjall - the huge tephra cone overlooking Mývatn
Lofthellir Ice cave - for the ultimate adventure
Höfði - an island surrounded by the lake and lava
formations
Find us...
www.visitmyvatn.is
Tag your photos...
#mymyvatn
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ACTIVITIES
Relaxation
Mývatn Naturebath
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Since the Mývatn Naturebath was opened in 2004,
it has proven to be one of the region´s highlights for
travellers. Based on a centuries old tradition, the
tastefully designed complex offers bathers a
completely natural experience.
Begin with a relaxing dip in clouds of steam rising
up from fissures deep in the earth’s surface and end
with a luxurious bath in a pool of geothermal water
drawn from depths of up to 2500 meters. Containing
a unique blend of minerals, silicates and geothermal
micro-organisms, the warm soothing waters of
Mývatn Naturebath benefit both skin and spirit alike.
Opening hours:
High season - June, July, August - 09:00-23:30
Low season - September through May - 12:00-21:30
Welcome to the Mývatn Naturebath!
Jardböðin við Mývatn / Myvatn Naturebath
Jarðbaðshólar, 660 Mývatn
Tel. +354 464 4411
[email protected]
www.jardbodin.is
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Experience - Relax - Enjoy
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Mýflug Air
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North East Iceland is a geographical wonder!
Volcanoes meet glaciers at the tectonic boundaries of
Europe and America and from above it all becomes
visible.
Located at Reykjahlíð Airport, Mýflug Air has provided
stunning aerial views of Lake Mývatn, Vatnajökull
glacier, Dettifoss waterfall, Askja caldera, Krafla volcano and many more for over 20 years. It is truly a unique
experience to get the big picture of these magnificent
landscapes from above.
We provide trips north of the arctic circle to Grímsey
island, where you can enjoy the spectacular birdlife and
receive a certificate confirming your trip over the arctic
circle.
Do it your way! Not in the mood for driving, no problem!
We will charter you a plane and pilots to fly you
anywhere in Iceland at competitive rates.
Please visit our website for a selection of tours...
www.myflug.is
For booking call us at +354 464 4400
or email [email protected]
From above it all looks different
Lift your spirit
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Mývatn
Vatnajökull
Kverkfjöll
Askja
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Private Game of Thrones Super Jeep
All Year
Private Lake Mývatn Super Jeep
All Year
Private Great Icelandic Waterfalls
Jun 1 - Sep 30
Húsavík Original Whale Watching
Mar 15 - Nov 30
Cave Exploration Lofthellir
Jun 1 - Aug 31
Askja Super Jeep
Jun 15 - Oct 31
2 Day Complete Askja Excursion
Jun 15 - Oct 31
Lake Mývatn Highlights
May 1 - Oct 31
Dettifoss Waterfall Super Jeep
Oct & May 1 - Jun 15
Diamond Circle Classic
Jun 16 - Sep 30
Lava Walk & Ice Cave Expedition
Jun 16 - Oct 15
Cave Exploration Lofthellir
May 1 - Oct 31
Cave Exploration Lofthellir Winter Challenge Nov 1 - Apr 30
Lake Mývatn Highlights
Nov 1 - Apr 30
Dettifoss Waterfall Super Jeep
Nov 1 - Apr 30
Wilderness Lava Walk
Oct 1 - Apr 30
Rural Mývatn, Culture & Farms
All Year
Cave Exploration Lofthellir
May 1 - Oct 31
Wilderness Lava Walk
May 1 - Sep 30
Bike & Bath
Jun 1 - Aug 31
Evening Bird Watching
Apr 16 - Aug 31
Northern Lights Photography
Sep 1 - Apr 14
Diamond Circle, Puffins & the Midnight Sun
Jun 1 - Jul 10
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ACTIVITIES
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Leave the rent-a-car behind and join our guided tour in 4x4 trucks. Experienced drivers will take
you through rivers and lava fields the safe way. This tour provides scenes of unforgettable
Icelandic nature and geology.
Askja is one of the most remarkable geological formations in Iceland. Inside the caldera Iceland´s
deepest lake can be found, Öskjuvatn (220m) created in an eruption in 1875. Right beside the
lake the explosion crater Víti is located, with warm water about 30°C.
Departures at 08:00 a.m from Information Center in Reykjahlíð.
22nd June - 7th September = Daily departure
Duration of the tour is approx. 11-12 hours.
BOOK YOUR TOUR NOW!
Tel. (+354) 464 1920
[email protected]
www.askjatours.is
Fjalladýrð - Möðrudalur (road 901)
Myvatn
Askja
Vatnajokull
Reykjavik
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HELICOPTER TOURS
www.volcanoheli.is
We welcome you to visit us at the highest settled farm in Iceland.
We offer accommodation & café/restaurant with local food from our
farm. Möðrudalur is the closest farm to the northern highlands and
we do offer daily tours to the geological wonder ASKJA CALDERA,
Kverkfjöll and Mt. Herðubreið. For adventure winter tours, contact
us at [email protected]
Möðrudalur,
660 Mývatn
Tel. +354 471 1858
[email protected]
www.fjalladyrd.is
Winter tours
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Möðrudalur / Fjalladýrð
Askja Caldera
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Fuglasafn Sigurgeirs
The museum is one of a kind, built in the memory of Sigurgeir, a great
bird collector. From our café you have a wonderful view over the lake,
with the birds singing around while you enjoy our local refreshments.
Bird hides for private rent are located in the area, close to the wildlife!
Great for birdwatchers and photographers.
ACTIVITIES
Bird Museum & Café
Opening hours: summer 9-18
Other seasons: check our website
Groups can ask for special opening
Tel +354 464 4477
[email protected]
www.fuglasafn.is
Safaríhestar
Horse rental
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Safarihestar Horse Rental is a 17 year old, but a small family
business located on the south shore of lake Mývatn at
Álftagerði III farm, 400 m. west of Sel-Hotel Mývatn. We offer
guided riding tours in beautiful surroundings with a nice view
over the whole lake.
The tours are one or two hours depending on people´s
desires. Longer tours can be arranged for experienced riders.
Most of the horses are born, raised and trained on the farm
and off season they are used both for herding sheep and
pleasure riding when they´re not resting/relaxing.
We offer good horses (tolters) for:
Children - Beginners - Experienced riders
To book your tour:
Call +354 464 4203 or +354 864 1121
but reservations are not necessary.
[email protected]
You can also visit us on
facebook:
Safari Hestar / Hestaleiga Arngríms
www.safarihestar.is
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ACTIVITIES
Saltvík
Mývatn Riding Tours
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The Mývatn area is famous for it´s extraordinary nature and
sceneries. We are proud to present our base at Reykjahlíð
village which is situated on the northeast coast of the lake.
We offer short riding tours 1-2 hours as well as longer day
rides upon request in the beautiful surroundings of the lake.
You can also join one of our amazing evening rides in the
spectacular landscape of Mývatn.
We are only 400 meters from the Tourist Information.
Book your tour:
Call +354 847 6515 or mail to [email protected]
www.saltvik.is
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- Mývatn Wonders
- Dettifoss / Jökulsárgljúfur
- Askja
- Bird watching
Day tours
Private tours
Tailor made tours
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(+354) 464 3941
ACCOMMODATION
ACCOMMODATION
Crater view
Sel Hótel Mývatn***
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Sel - Hótel Mývatn is the ideal base to experience
the wonders of Mývatn and its surroundings.
The hotel is perfectly located at the southern shore
of the lake. The Skútustaðagígar pseudocraters are
just a minutes walk away and can be seen looking
out from the restaurant window. The view both to
north and south is magnificent.
The hotel is well equipped to accommodate all kinds
of recreational and professional groups, meetings
and smaller conferences. The hotel’s fine facilities,
plus all the attractions around the lake, ensure a
great group experience.
We offer our guests Winter activities...
jeep tours, snowmobiling, nordic skiing and more!
Kaffi Sel & Souvenir
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is located right next to the hotel. Here you can relax
and enjoy local specialities with a beautiful view of
the pseudocraters. We have been serving travellers
coffee and refreshments for more than 40 years.
Enjoy your stay at Sel Hótel Mývatn!
Tel: +354 464 4164
E-mail: myvatn@
myvatn.is
www.myvatn.is
Enjoy all seasons
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Dimmuborgir
Guesthouse
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Located on the shores of Lake Mývatn, right by Dimmuborgir lava formations and the crater Hverfjall.
Established in 2006, the family-run guesthouse provides
accommodation in cottages and double rooms with private facilities.
All guests at Dimmuborgir Guesthouse have access
to cooking facilities and free Wi-Fi connection. From the
guesthouse you will have easy access to Lake-Mývatn
and multiple hiking routes.
The guesthouse has an excellent location for the northern
lights and our guests have access to a glass hall, very
ideal for relaxing and waiting for the lights. The pond in
front of the hall creates very special photo opportunities
since it does not completely freeze during winter.
Sightseeing tours to lake-Mývatn are offered from the
guesthouse. These tours offer a great opportunity to explore the nature and history of this special lake.
Truly a birdwatchers must!
Additionally you can take a look at a traditional
Icelandic smokehouse and try fresh or smoked trout.
Dimmuborgir Guesthouse
Geiteyjaströnd 1,
660 Mývatn
Tel.:+354 464 4210
[email protected]
www.dimmuborgir.is
Boat Tours
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On the lake shore
Hótel Laxá
This new hotel is located on a beautiful
ridge in the southern part of the region
and offers a great view in all directions,
e.g. over Laxá river, the river which the
hotel is named after, Lake Mývatn and
the fantastic ring of mountains in the
region.
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Restaurant
Hótel Laxá offers the well-rounded
accommodation and catering services
appropriate for a three star hotel as
Hótel Laxá is. At the hotel’s gorgeous
restaurant we offer a lunch- and dinner
buffets as well as a speciality menu,
where the region’s uniqueness in cuisine
and the use of regional ingredient has
been emphasised. When designing the
restaurant, the colours were based on
the colours of the geothermal area, the
special colour scheme that defines the
region’s geothermal area.
Lounge and bar
A beautiful and pleasant lounge and bar
is at Hótel Laxá. This is a good place to
get together, relax, read and plan the
next day and enjoy refreshments and
drinks with a great view over the Lake
Mývatn area.
The rooms
The rooms are beautifully decorated
and equipped with the comforts that
define quality hotels. Beautiful wooden
floors are in the rooms. All 80 rooms
are en suite with flat screen TV and
coffee/tea kettle set and telephone.
Wi-Fi connection is in all rooms, free of
charge.
We look forward welcoming you at Hótel
Laxá!
Hótel Laxá
Olnbogaási
660 Mývatn
+354 464 1900
[email protected]
www.hotellaxa.is
GPS: 65°34,375N - 17°05,480W
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ACCOMMODATION
So close to nature
Hótel Gígur
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Hótel Gígur is situated in one of Iceland’s most popular
and beautiful tourist attractions, on the southern shore
of Lake Mývatn. The hotel has 37 comfortable rooms,
all with private bathrooms. Hótel Gígur has a magnificent dining room for up to 250 guests, with a fantastic
view over the lake. Hotel guests and other diners can
choose from a number of delectable meals from the “a
la carte” menu. The hotel also has a bar and a lounge.
From the hotel there is a short distance to the
Skútustaðir craters, beautiful pseudocraters right on
the lake shore.
Welcome to Hótel Gígur.
Hótel Gígur
Skútustaðir
660 Mývatn
Tel: (+354) 464 4455
Fax: (+354) 464 4279
E-mail: [email protected]
www.keahotels.is
Lake Mývatn at your doorstep
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camping, cottages, guesthouses and B&B
The Hlíð camping is conveniently located on the north
shore of lake Mývatn, by the village of Reykjahlíð. It´s
only 5 minutes walk from the tourist info, supermarket
and bus stop. From the camping there is a fantastic
view over the lake and the lavafield.
We offer good facilities for tents and trailers and
electricity is accessible. Warm showers are free of
charge for guests and laundry service is available as
well. On our site there is also a big tent with cooking
stow available for our guests to cook and stay in, should
the weather be wet.
ACCOMMODATION
Hlíð Travel Service
We also provide different types of accommodation:
A. Bed & Breakfast - 9 double rooms with private
facilities. Small lounge for making tea and coffee all
day. Kitchen access.
B. Guesthouse, dormitories - 14 rooms / 4 bedded
dormitories with shared facilites. Big kitchen in the
house and a dining room with a beautiful view over the
lavafield.
C. Private huts - 5 huts with two beds each and 2 bigger huts with four beds. Facilites - WC and kitchen
available 50m away.
D. Summer houses - 50m2, accommodates 6 persons
in 2 bedrooms and a sleeping loft. Private bathroom,
kitchen and a livingroom with beautiful view.
We also have a bike rental. Maps with hiking and bike
routes are available from our service center. There is a
wonderful 37km long biking route that runs around the
lake.
Hlíð ferðaþjónusta, Hraunbrún, 660 Mývatn
Tel: +354 464 4103
Booking: [email protected]
www.myvatnaccommodation.is
Great location
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ACCOMMODATION
Bjarg campsite
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Situated in a beautiful peaceful surrounding right on the North-East shore of Lake Mývatn,
just across the Tourist Info & Supermarket.
Service provided: camping, accommodation, hot showers, cooking facilities, laundry service,
bike rental and souvenir shop.
You can get a DISCOUNT up to 1000 ISK for camping or accommodation here, if you buy
excursions (Askja, Ice Cave, Whale Watching, Horse riding etc.) and scheduled bus tickets
(Dettifoss, Landmannalaugar, Höfn etc.) in Bjarg Reception.
Tel. +354 464 4240
On the lake shore
[email protected]
Bed & Breakfast
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HELLUHRAUN 13
Welcome to our Bed & Breakfast located in the heart of the
village of Reykjahlíð. We offer a good accommodation and
great breakfast buffet at our private house in Helluhraun.
Helluhraun 13
Reykjahlíð, 660 Mývatn
Tel. +354 464 4132 or +354 846 7392
[email protected]
Personal atmosphere
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Reception
Eldá Guesthouse
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A comfortable family run guesthouse offering
accommodation ranging from single, double or
triple rooms with shared bathrooms to small
apartments - in several buildings.
Cooking facilities are available to all guests.
We are conveniently located in the village of
Reykjahlíð, within easy walking distance to local
service and amenities. There is a 5 minutes walk
to the bus stop.
Our reception is at Helluhraun 9
Reykjahlíð, 660 Mývatn
Tel. +354 464 4220
[email protected]
www.elda.is
Stella Rósa apartment
& Litla Stella cottage
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Skútustaðir - south Mývatn
Stella Rósa is a modern, comfortable apartment by Lake
Mývatn. Made up beds, sleeps 6 (3 bedrooms). Ideal for
families and small groups of friends. Fully equipped kitchen,
washing machine and tumble drier. Hot tub access, south
facing balcony.
Litla Stella is a warm and cozy little cottage, sleeps 2-4,
bedroom with queen size bed and sleeping couch in living
room. Small kitchen, bathroom and hot tub access.
Stella Rósa and Litla Stella are rented out separately!
Tel. +354 464 4301 / +354 858 1701 / +354 862 4303
[email protected]
Great view
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ACCOMMODATION
Skútustaðir Farmhouse
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We offer comfortable accommodation in single, double and
family rooms both en-suite or with shared facilities. Guests
have access to a simple, clean kitchen and a bright cozy
livingroom. We also have a cottage with two double rooms
and a sleeping loft. Wireless internet available in all rooms.
At breakfast we serve local specialities and home made
things from our own farm. Our guests are welcome to join us
to the cow house and the sheep house.
In winter time Aurora Borealis can be seen around the farmhouse on clear nights.
Pseudocraters surround our farmhouse.
Tel. +354-4644212
[email protected]
www.skutustadir.is
Farm holiday
Stöng Guesthouse
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Welcome to our family farm, Guesthouse Stöng. We are
located 5km from Route 1, in peaceful and quiet surroundings that offer stunning views of the Myvatn region.
We have all different kinds of accommodation; newly built
rooms with private facilities, rooms with shared facilities,
made up beds or sleeping bags and 4 cottages - each
sleeping up to 5 people. Our restaurant is open in summer
from 18:00-22:45, kitchen is open until 21:15. Wifi available.
Outdoor Jacuzzis for you to enjoy.
Tel.+354 464 4252
[email protected]
www.stong.is
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Cozy Country Feeling
& Mývatn Market
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Hi. My name is Freddi and I‘m the owner of the small
family business, Kaffi Borgir (Restaurant) and Mývatn
Market (Souvenir shop), that is located at the entrance
to Dimmuborgir lava formations, with a fantastic view
over Lake Mývatn and Dimmuborgir.
I take care of the restaurant and my wife, Halla, takes
care of the souvenir shop. Our wonderful children take
care of the business with us and in summertime we
get more great staff to work with us.
2 course Dinner Special
every evening 18:30-21:00
from June 1 - August 25
ISK 3.300 pr. person
RESTAURANT´S & CAFÉ´S
Kaffi Borgir
The souvenir shop has a great selection of souvenirs
and gifts, such as local handmade crafts as well as
clothes from the well known brand 66°North. Foreign
visitors enjoy a benefit of tax free shopping.
On our menu we have lamb- and goat meat, that we
produce ourselves on our farm and the beef on the
menu, we get from our neighbours in a local farm.
We also have a good selection of smaller dishes and
pastries.
Of course we bake our own Geysir bread (Bread in a
bucket) in the hot ground in Bjarnaflag.
We look forward to see you shopping and enjoying our
local quality products that we cook and serve in our
own special way.
Kaffi Borgir and Mývatn Market
Tel + 354 464 1144
[email protected]
www.visitdimmuborgir.is
Natural experiences
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ACCOMMODATION
Hospitality by tradition
Hótel Reynihlíð****
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Welcome to Hótel Reynihlíð. Since 1942 guests have
been served at Reynihlíð. We create a domestic and
personal atmosphere to make you feel comfortable
away from home. We are not only a place to spend the
night but to enjoy good and professional service in an
unbeatable environment.
We have spacious rooms that are either equipped with
bathtub or shower, all have coffe/tea kettle,
telephone and satellite TV. Wireless internet
connection is in the building. Our superior rooms are
bigger, more furnished and with lake view.
Our lobby bar is beautifully furnished and spacious with
view to Lake Mývatn; it’s a good place for gathering.
Restaurant Myllan has good selection on the menu,
satisfying everyone’s needs.
We also offer car rental.
Hótel Reynihlíð, 660 Mývatn
Tel.: +354 464 4170
[email protected]
www.myvatnhotel.is
Luxury, surrounded by nature
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RESTAURANT´S & CAFÉ´S
Gamli Bistro
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- Old Farm Bistro
Our beautiful bistro is placed beside
Hótel Reynihlíð, in the old farm house
of Reykjahlíð Farm. If there is an original
Icelandic Country Tavern, this is „the place“.
From early morning until late afternoon it is dominated
by the atmosphere of a friendly Bistro. In the evening
it converts into a steakhouse followed by country pub
with unique international clientele where the „musician
and poet“ lurking inside everyone awakens. So one
can expect live music performed either by guests or
professional entertainers as well as singalongs and
other performances inspired by the macical summer
nights at Lake Myvatn.
Meals:
From the grill, we offer a variety of light meals and
steaks as well as the traditional Icelandic meat soup
with home baked bread. Of course we offer our
special hot spring bread with smoked arctic charr, the
special dish of Lake Myvatn. On the menu you can
find good variety of local food as well as international.
The bar at the bistro:
Our bar serves a variety of drinks, both alcoholic and
non alcoholic. Our staff is pleased to fulfil the needs
of our customers. We serve italian coffee, tea and
international brands of spirits and beers, as well as
Icelandic.
We look forward serving you!
Tel: +354 464 4270
www.myvatnhotel.is
Nice atmosphere
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ACCOMMODATION
Taste and experience
Vogafjós Resort
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The resort is located on the east coast of lake Mývatn. It consists of a cosy family-owned guesthouse,
a restaurant in a cowshed and a small boutique with
unique local products.
Guesthouse
The guesthouse is located in a beautiful area,
surrounded by lava rocks and birch trees. It is the
perfect location for northern lights scouting. In good
conditions the lights can be seen easily from outside
the rooms.
All our rooms have a private bathroom and a wireless internet connection. The reception is located on
the other side of the road, inside Vogafjós Restaurant.
Restaurant
Vogafjós Restaurant is located beside our cowshed.
We offer homemade local food such as smoked
trout, lamb shanks, beef burgers, mozzarella and
salad cheese made from our own milk and our
homemade Geysir rye bread which is baked in our
underground bakery. The restaurant is fully licensed
and specializes in high quality and healthy products.
While enjoying your meal you can experience the
great view of lake Mývatn or watch through a glass
window when the cows are milked, at 7:30 am and
6:00 pm. Guests are also allowed to go inside the
cowshed to pet the calves and even try the fresh
milk.
Vogafjós Resort is open all year round.
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Local Food
RESTAURANT´S & CAFÉ´S
Guesthouse - Restaurant - Cowshed - Designer Boutique
Vogafjós Resort
Tel: +354 464 3800
[email protected]
www.vogafjos.is
Find us on Facebook
instagram.com/vogafjosmyvatn
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ACCOMMODATION
Vogar Travel Service
GUESTHOUSE - CAMPING - PIZZERIA & BAR
Vogar travel service is placed in the Vogar lava fields
where nature is both amazing and unique. Lava, moss
and wild plants are the view from the windows in our
guesthouse, with lake Mývatn only a few hundred
meters away with all its beautiful nature and birdlife.
We offer different kinds of accommodation, bed &
breakfast, sleeping bag accommodation and a
spacious campsite. Caravans and trailers can hook up
with electricity and for campers we have a big cooking
tent and good facilities.
When travelling in the Mývatn area, you are welcome
to stop by and enjoy our various travel services in
beautiful natural setting. We offer our guests Wi-Fi at
no cost.
Bookings:
[email protected]
Tel: +354 464 4399
www.vogahraun.is
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ferðaþjónusta - travel service
Pizza mmm!
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RESTAURANT´S & CAFÉ´S
Daddis
i
Daddi´s Pizza
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Pizza
PIZZERIA & BAR
Our cozy pizzeria is located at the entrance of the campsite. We offer good pizzas at affordable
prices and a selection of beer and wine. Our dining room offers a spectacular view of Hverfjall
and the surroundings. When the sun is out you can relax on our spacious patio.
Also possible to order pizza to take-away.
Tel: +354 773 6060
You can find us on...
Unique Nature
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OTHER SERVICES
Reykjahlíð SuperMarket
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Welcome to Reykjahlíð Supermarket !
Located in the village of Reykjahlíð, right next to the
Tourist Information Center. At our store you can find
all the food needed for your travel, freshly baked bread and take-away from our grill. In the
Supermarket we sell car essentials such as oils, window wipers, bulbs etc.
Also located by the store is fuel - Pay at the pump, 24hrs.
We are open: Summertime (15/6 - 20/8) 9-22
Wintertime 10-18
Tel.: +354 464 4466
www.samkaup.is
Freshly baked bread
Supermarket
Taxi - Mývatn Region
Welcome to Lake Mývatn!
We are at your service during your stay in the Myvatn
region from June 1 - August 31. We can take you around
the lake to different attractions and places.
We can also take you on a sightseeing drive or just pick
you up after your hike along one of the many marked hiking
trails.
Just give us a call and we will be there.
Tel.: +354 893 4389 / +354 464 4399
www.vogahraun.is
At your service!
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Fuelpump
OTHER SERVICES
Dyngjan Gallery
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Local handicrafts Market
At Dyngjan you can buy quality handicrafts made by local
people at reasonable prices. We offer a wide range of woolen sweaters in different colors and styles.
Here you find the ideal gift to bring home to someone special
or to buy yourself a present. You deserve it!
Open every day June 1st - August 31st.
Also open upon request throughout the year, call us in
advance and we are happy to open up our market for you.
We are located right beside the Tourist Information.
Tel. + 354 464 2003.
Woolen sweaters
www.safetravel.is has essential safety information
and tips for your tour in Iceland
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search and rescue. Why not?
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the roof !!
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danger or need assistance, or if loved ones are
missing.
c. We don‘t want people hiding from us to avoid
cost.
d. We don‘t want people to delay asking for help
because they are afraid of being charged for
assistance.
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OTHER SERVICES
Reykjahlíð Garage
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& Tire Repair !
Did your car break down on the road, are you stuck in a river or do you have a flat tire??
Call us! Our staff at Reykjahlíð Garage can help you.
We have a trailer to pick up your broken car if you´re
stuck somewhere in the north-east of Iceland.
We offer quality service. Look for our sign!
Tel. +354 464 4117 or +354 848 2678
Dacia Duster 4x4
Landrover Defender 4x4
Tire repair
“YOU CAN TAKE OUR 4X4 TO THE F-ROADS”
Need a 4x4 to discover the northeast region!
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You can take our 4x4 to the F-roads where the small rent-a-car is not suitable. There
are so many places to visit in the region...
Just to name a few:
Askja Caldera - Herðubreiðarlindir - Holuhraun eruption site - Dettifoss - Ásbyrgi
Laugarfell - Aldeyjarfoss - Langanes peninsula - Dimmugljúfur....
WE ARE LOCATED IN THE VILLAGE OF REYKJAHLÍÐ
CALL US!
858 2660
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CAR RENTAL
SIX60.IS
www.six60.is - Múlavegur 1 - 660 Mývatn - Iceland - [email protected]
NO ORDINARY
TRAVEL GUIDE!
If you thought this was an ordinary
travel guide — think again!
Of course it's packed with all the
practical information you need to
explore the area, and illustrated
with stunning photos to whet the
appetite, but it's much, much more
than that.
WRITTEN
WITH LOVE
The author lived many years by Lake
Mývatn, and her love of its people and its
natural wonders shines through her descriptions of what there is to see and do. Her
long experience helping tourists there
means she has answers to all those questions people ask (or might ask!). With this
book in your pocket, you will have Björg at
your side to guide you and entertain you
with inside knowledge, gossip, local colour
and history, all truly and captivatingly told by
someone who loves the place.
www.stilvopnid.is
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The Yulelads
Local traditions
Who are they?
In Iceland we do not have one Santa Claus... we have 13 Yule Lads. They are the sons of Grýla
and Leppalúði, vicious trolls that live in Lúdentarborgir in the Mývatn area. As the lads grew up
they wanted a place of their own and Dimmuborgir was the perfect place for them to settle down.
An old legend in Iceland is, that 13 days prior to Christmas the Yule Lads start coming down
from the mountains, one each night. Children in Iceland place their best shoe on their windowsill
before going to bed and each night a little gift is left in it from the Yule Lad that came down from
the mountains that night. If the child has been misbehaving or is late to bed, there might be a raw
potato left instead.
Visiting them in Dimmuborgir in December and joining them for their annual bath in the Mývatn
Naturebath is truly an unforgettable experience for children as well as adults.
Check the calendar of events for dates and times at www.visitmyvatn.is
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Hiking routes
marked trails - see map
1. Vindbelgjarfjall (Vindbelgur Mountain)
The trail to Vindbelgjarfjall (529 m above sea level) starts west of the farm Vagnbrekka. About 1 hr to the top.
Note that the trail is steep at times. Great view from the top over the region!
2. Skútustaðagígar (Skútustaðir pseudocraters)
The trail runs around Stakhólstjörn and takes about 1 hr to walk. There is also a shorter circle. This is an easy
walk through pseudocraters and in close proximity to diverse birdlife.
3. Kálfaströnd and Höfði
This route starts just inside the gate to Kálfaströnd farm and leads to Klasar, opposite Höfði. It is an easy walk
through bizarre lava formations and landscape. Excellent for bird watching. The Höfði peninsula is also a great
place to walk, starting by the parking the trail leads from the gate through a small forest along the lake shore.
Beautiful lava formations and birdlife.
4. Dimmuborgir
Several hiking routes have been marked out in this area of spectacular lava formations. At all crossings you will
find a map of the area which indicates where you are. Most are easy to walk. The small circle takes about 30 min
to walk but the big circle that takes you to the well known “church” formation takes about 1 hr.
5. Reykjahlíð-Stóragjá–Grjótagjá–Hverfjall–Dimmuborgir
This trail starts by the village of Reykjahlíð on the crossroads of route no.1 turning east towards Egilsstaðir. The
path takes you to the fissure of Grjótagjá and then on to Hverfjall crater. From here the path goes along the rim
of the crater to the top and from there down the steep hill on the southern side and on into Dimmuborgir lava
formations. 3-4 hrs.
6. Hverir - Námafjall Mountain
The hot spring area named Hverir, east of Mt. Námafjall, is one of the high temperature areas in Iceland. Please
stay on the track and do not cross the lines indicating the trail. People have sustained serious burns by going
over the lines and too close to the boiling mud.
7. Krafla / Leirhnjúkur Mountain / Gjástykki
An easy trail leads from the parking area around the active area of Leirhnjúkur. Walk through the hot spring area
and steaming lava to craters formed in the Krafla fires 1975-1984. A hiking trail leads from the hot spring area
to the crater Hófur, which is north of Leirhnjúkur. Hófur is a beautifully formed crater dating back to the Mývatn
fires, 1725-1729. 1-3 hrs
8. The Krafla Route (Leirhnjúkur - Hlíðarfjall - Reykjahlíð village)
A trail leads from the southern part of the Leirhnjúkur circle to the village of Reykjahlíð. It crosses the flow of lava
since 1725-1729 and on towards Mt. Hlíðarfjall, then along the Eldá river (lava river). This hike takes 3-5 hrs.
9. Hlíðarfjall Mountain
There is a marked route from the Krafla Route to the top of Mt. Hlíðarfjall. The trail is very steep and takes 30-40
minutes each way (from the Krafla route). From the mountain top, which is 771 meters high, there is an excellent
view over the lake and the surrounding area.
10. The Stóra Víti crater by Mt. Krafla
This is a short trail around the maar (explosion-crater) Stóra-Víti, which was formed in 1724. The trail goes
through a hot spring area east of the crater. The walk takes 40-60 minutes.
11. The Dalfjall Mountain Route
This route begins south of Leirhnjúkur and provides an excellent view of the entire area. It ends by the highway
at Námaskarð pass. The route is varied and interesting, and Mt. Dalfjall gives a good insight into the process of
geological divergence in the area. This hike takes about 3-5 hrs.
12. The North Bank Circle
Starts at the lake shore across from Hótel Reynihlíð. Nice walk along the lake front and rough lava. Good for bird
observation. 2-3 hrs.
The Mývatn region is perfect for hikers, varied marked trails and beautiful landscapes
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Lake Mývatn and the region around!
From Mývatn its perfect to take daytours to beautiful areas all around, either with a local tour
operator or self-drive. Examples of tours we recommend...
The Diamond Circle - Highlights: Krafla, Dettifoss, Jökulsá Canyon, Ásbyrgi, Húsavík
The Askja Caldera (only 4x4) - Highlights: Askja Caldera, Dreki Canyon, Holuhraun, Herðubreið
The Edge of the Arctic - Highlights: Ásbyrgi, Rauðinúpur, Núpskatla, Hraunhafnartangi
The Troll Peninsula - Highlights: Akureyri, Eyjafjörður, Dalvík, Siglufjörður, Hofsós
For further information check www.northiceland.is or send us enquiry at [email protected]
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Birds of the Mývatn region...
Red-breasted Merganser
Mergus serrator
Toppönd
Barrow´s Goldeneye
Bucephala islandica
Húsönd
Harlequin Duck
Histrionicus histrionicus
Straumönd
Gadwall
Anas strepera
Gargönd
Pintail
Anas acuta
Grafönd
Tufted Duck
Aythya fuligula
Skúfönd
Scaup
Aythya marila
Duggönd
Wigeon
Anas penelope
Rauðhöfðaönd
Longtailed Duck
Clangula hyemalis
Hávella
Common Scoter
Melanitta nigra
Hrafnsönd
Goosander
Mergus merganser
Gulönd
Slavonian Grebe
Podiceps auritus
Flórgoði
Great Northern Diver
Gavia immer
Himbrimi
Red-throated Diver
Gavia stellata
Lómur
Greylag Goose
Anser anser
Grágæs
Golden Plover
Pluvialis apricaria
Heiðlóa
Raven
Corvus corax
Hrafn
Short-eared Owl
Asio flammeus
Brandugla
Snowy Owl
Nyctea scandiaca
Snæugla
Ptarmigan
Lagopus mutus
Rjúpa
Gyrfalcon
Falco rusticolus
Fálki
Merlin
Falco columbarius
Smyrill
Which ones have you
spotted during your stay?
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Dimmuborgir
Grocery Store
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Höfði
Bank & Post office
Pharmacy
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arður
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Hlíðarfjall
Hotsprings
Víti Crater
Accommodation
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Restaurant - Café
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Villingafjall
Hiking route
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Mývatn, Laxá and most of the surroundings are protected by law and are
declared as globally important wetlands. People are obliged to treat the local
environment with care and avoid interrupting the sensitive wildlife.
We ask you to keep in mind a few guidelines:
Visit Mývatn 2016 - Hönnun Eyrún Björnsdóttir - Prentun Ásprent.
• Lava formations and vegetation are sensitive, walk only on marked trails.
• Do not pile up rocks or make graffiti in nature.
• Off road driving is prohibited by law.
• Overnight stay is only allowed in designated
camping areas and accommodations.
• Help us keep the area clean - leave nothing
behind except footprints.
Think of your safety:
Weather can change rapidly, be careful in geothermal areas and observe that lava
fields hide deep crevasses that snow covers in winter.
Sailing, including kayaks, is not permitted for visitors in the nature reserve between
April 15th until August 20th. Hiking in designated bird protection areas is only permitted on marked hiking trails between May 15th until July 20th.
The local information center and ranger station are located in the village of Reykjahlíð.
We welcome you to visit us for further information, or talk to the rangers operating in
the field.
ENJOY YOUR STAY
Skútustaðahreppur