Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Hallormsstaðaskógur
Iceland's largest
forest
, Hallormsstaðaskógur is king of the woods and venerated by the ar-
borically challenged nation. Although it's small by most countries' standards, it's a leafy
reprieve after the stark, bare mountainsides to the north and south of Egilsstaðir. Common
species include native dwarf birch and mountain ash, as well as 80 tree species gathered
from around the world.
Sleeping & Eating
Atlavík Campsite
CAMPGROUND
(sites per person Ikr1200)
In a wooded cove on the lakeshore, idyllic Atlavík is a popular campsite, and is often the
scene of summer weekend parties. Pedal boats, rowing boats and canoes can be hired for
watery pursuits.
Höfðavík Campsite
CAMPGROUND
(sites per person Ikr1200)
A second campsite on the lakeshore, Höfðavík campsite is just north of the petrol station
and small and quiet.
Hótel Hallormsstaður
HOTEL
( 471 2400;
www.hotel701.is
;hotel s/d Ikr23,900/30,700, guesthouse s/d without bathroom
Ikr14,250/19,400, all incl breakfast; )
A veritable campus of buildings among the trees, this bucolic country retreat offers mod-
ern hotel rooms, cottages and the
Grái Hundurinn guesthouse
, plus two restaurants (a
renowned dinner buffet in summer) and an inviting outdoor area.
Activities abound, including horse-riding and quad-bike tours. Bike hire is available.
Hengifoss
Hengifoss
WATERFALL
