Hallormsstaður
Hallormsstaður is a village situated in the middle of Iceland's oldest national forest. The forest is a popular recreational area featuring camping sites, marked hiking and biking trails, an arboretum, and a frisbee golf course.
Hallormsstaður also hosts a large hotel with two restaurants and a spa. In the summer, an ice-cream shop with groceries operates by the gas station. Great accommodations, restaurants, and activities can be found in the surrounding area. You will find all the information you need on this website, along with links to social media.
Things to do
Activities in Hallormsstaður
Activities
Hallormsstaður is an outdoor paradise with waterfalls, playgrounds, and a peaceful relaxing atmosphere, perfect for families.
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Hiking Trails in Hallormsstaður
Hiking Trails
Hallormsstaður offers a wide range of hiking trails through the forest, leading to waterfalls and gorges. Routes suit all levels, from easy walks to more challenging hikes.
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Cycling Routes in Hallormsstaður
Cycling Routes
Hallormsstaður is an ideal destination for cycling, with varied routes through forests, valleys, and beautiful landscapes. Whether you’re looking for an easy ride or more challenging mountain biking trails, there’s something for everyone.
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Daytours in Hallormsstaður
Daytours
Day trips in Hallormsstaður offer a unique way to experience the region’s main natural attractions and cultural sites in a single day. Whether guided or self-guided, you can enjoy a varied experience in a beautiful and peaceful setting.
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Local Produce
Móðir Jörð Organic Farm Guesthouse
Móðir Jörð is an Organic farm in Vallanes offering accomodation in newly refurbished guesthouse with suites where design is based on using wood from the farm.
The Móðir Jörð products originate from …
Hengifoss Food Truck
The food truck is located accross the bridge from the paking lot to the waterfall. You can walk over in 2 minutes or end your hike to Hengifoss with a visit on your way back to the parking lot.
We off…
Skriðuklaustur, Centre of culture & history
Skriðuklaustur is the former home of the famous author Gunnar Gunnarsson (1889-1975). Since 2000 it has been open as a centre of culture & history with various activities and exhibitions. It houses a …
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Practical informations
It is important to keep a few things in mind when travelling in Iceland. It is necessary to keep up with the weather forecast, even during summer, and road conditions. You must get familiar with the Icelandic Króna (currency) and pack appropriately for the season you are visiting, you can expect all kinds of weather all year round. And there is no need to buy water because the tap water is great!
How to get here
There are several different ways one can take to reach the destination of Austurland. Whether it's by plane, car or even on foot we are sure it will be a journey to remember!
What to Pack for the Seasons
When travelling to Iceland you should be prepared for quickly changing conditions in every season. In general, Icelandic summers are cool rather than hot, and evenings can feel quite cold, especially if it is windy or rainy. Winters are often milder than people expect, but can feel cold due to wind, moisture and occasional ice and snow.