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Valtyshellir
Walk from the sign by road no 1 road east of Gilsá river (N65°08,172-W14°31.133), pass the ruins of Hátún which used to be a large farm in the early ages. It is said to have had 18 doors on iron hinges and latches. Remains of old rock fences are visible.
In the 19th century, an ancient sword was discovered there but it was promptly melted down and the metal cast for horseshoes and other necessities. Walk on further and along a flat grassy pasture named Kálfavellir. Valtýshellir is a small cavity further on behind some rubble north of Hjálpleysuvatn lake. The walk is about 8,4 km. The visitors' log and a stamp are by the cave.
GPS : N65°06.410-W14°28.517
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Valtyshellir
GPS Points
N65° 6' 31.947" W14° 28' 43.577"
Postal code
701
Road number
931
Travel directory for Valtyshellir
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Hotels
20.71 km
Hotel Hallormsstadur
The hotel's emphasis is on comfort and wellness, offering various accommodation from cottages to hotel suites, in the middle of Hallormsstaður forest.
As part of your Icelandic experience, the guest
Guesthouses
16.31 km
Birta Guesthouse
Cozy guesthouse in heart of Egilsstaðir - the center of East Iceland. 1 triple room and 5 twin/double rooms with shared bathrooms. 2 twin/double rooms with private bathrooms. A kitchen where guests a
Guesthouses
16.23 km
Lyngás Guesthouse - Egilsstaðir
Lyngás guesthouse is located in the heart of East Iceland, the beautiful town of Egilsstadir. All main services such as shopping, restaurant's and swimming pool are within walking distance.
At Lyngá
Hotels
16.99 km
Hotel Edda Egilsstadir
Eastern Promise
Egilsstaðir, the "capital of the east" boasts its own international airport and a host of local attractions. Among thHallormsstaður, Iceland's biggest forest, the extinct Mount Snæf
Camping
20.08 km
Hallormsstaðaskógur Camping Ground
HALLORMSSTADUR NATIONAL FOREST CAMPING GROUND
Two toilets housed are in Atlavík camping with hot and cold water, facilities for dishwashing, waste disposal for mobile homes, toilet for the disabled,
Hotels
16.10 km
Gistihúsið - Lake Hotel Egilsstadir
Gistihúsið - Lake Hotel Egilsstadir is an established and renowned, family-run, hotel in a farming district. It meets all modern requirements as to standards of services and amenities, quality, soph
Guesthouses
6.44 km
Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse
Eyjólfsstaðir Guesthouse is located in the beautiful rugged nature of East Iceland. A peaceful location just 9 km south of Egilsstaðir. We offer made up beds in single, double, triple or quadruple
Camping
15.53 km
Camp Egilsstadir
Egilsstaðir Camping site is open all year with facilities open 24/7. The camping site is well located in the center of the town close to all the main shops and service.
Egilsstaðir is a small town i
Hotels
16.62 km
Hótel Valaskjálf - 701 Hotels
A nice hotel in the heart of Egilsstaðir, opposite to the East Iceland Heritage Museum, the sports ground and the local park. All 39 rooms have private bathrooms, Tv's and free internet access.
There
Farm Holidays
19.28 km
Hotel Eyvindará
Hotel Eyvindará is a peaceful and forested haven in the close vicinity of town Egilsstaðir. The site enjoys a scenic view over the surrounding region; Egilsstaðir and neighboring village Fellabær.
Guesthouses
16.26 km
Guesthouse Olga
Olga´s guesthouse is a lovely guesthouse located in the heart of Egilsstaðir. We offer 15 beds consisting of 4 twin/double rooms( 3 of which have shared bathrooms), one triple room and one quadrupl
Guesthouses
19.53 km
Guesthouse Vínland
If you plan East Iceland you are welcome to Vinland Guesthouse in Fellabaer a 2 min. drive from the Heart of Egilsstadir.
Egilsstadir in its relaxing surroundings is the capital of the East, Fellabaer
Guesthouses
9.34 km
Vallanes Farm Guesthouse
We offer accommodation in the heart of our Móðir Jörð organic farm in Vallanes. Flat or cottage accommodate 2-4 people with a double bed, kitchenette and private bathrooms with a shower. The pri
Guesthouses
18.86 km
Skipalækur
Skipalækur combines all the advantages of rural and urban residency. This peaceful haven in the Fell region -which boasts some of the most splendid views East Iceland has to offer - is but a stone´s
Sleeping bag accommodation
1.20 km
Stóra-Sandfell Travel Service
The travel service at Stóra-Sandfell is located 17 km. south of Egilsstaðir, by highway 95. When driving over the road called Öxi (which is the shortest route) or Breiðdalsheiði, the roads lie be
Cottages
6.08 km
Stormur Cottages
Accommodation in small cottages. Each cottage sleeps up to 3 adults, with a double bed and a double sleeping couch. Also ideal for families with children. Bathroom with shower. Bed linen and towels in
Mountainhuts & Cabins
15.73 km
Ferðafélag Fljótsdalshéraðs - Hiking Club
The Touring Club of Fljótsdalshérað or FFF was founded in 1969 and is a member of The Icelandic Touring Association. Every year the club organizes and offers a variety of tours and trips for its me
Hotels
15.91 km
Icelandair Hotel Herad
Icelandair Hotel Herad is located in the town of Egilsstadir - the heart of east Iceland. The hotel atmosphere is warm and inviting and a great on-site restaurant serves fresh local produce such as re
Others
Kaldá
Cottages
- Kaldá 1
- 701 Egilsstaðir
- 618-9871, 897-6060, 552-4665
Guesthouse Ormurinn
Guesthouses
- Ullartangi 6 / Skipalækur 3a
- 700 Egilsstaðir
- 471-2004, 852-1004
Teahouse
Hostels
- Kaupvangur 17
- 700 Egilsstaðir
- 471-2450
HS Ferðaþjónusta
Guesthouses
- Finnsstaðir 1
- 701 Egilsstaðir
- 892-1803
Hotel 1001 nott
Hotels
- Álfaási
- 700 Egilsstaðir
- 853-7700
Úlfsstaðarskógur 20
Cottages
- Úlfsstaðarskógur
- 701 Egilsstaðir
- 475-6798, 848-6798
Við-Bót
Cottages
- Flúðir
- 701 Egilsstaðir
- 471-1917, 869-7269
Mountainhuts & Cabins
15.73 km
Ferðafélag Fljótsdalshéraðs - Hiking Club
The Touring Club of Fljótsdalshérað or FFF was founded in 1969 and is a member of The Icelandic Touring Association. Every year the club organizes and offers a variety of tours and trips for its me
Skiing
16.10 km
Gistihúsið - Lake Hotel Egilsstadir
Gistihúsið - Lake Hotel Egilsstadir has cross country skis for rent. In co-operation with the local cross country skiing club Snæhéri, one can access the track laid close to the hotel, also in Sel
Hotels
16.10 km
Gistihúsið - Lake Hotel Egilsstadir
Gistihúsið - Lake Hotel Egilsstadir is an established and renowned, family-run, hotel in a farming district. It meets all modern requirements as to standards of services and amenities, quality, soph
Swimming Pools
16.91 km
Egilsstaðir Swimming pool
Swimming pool - opening hours
Mon - Fri
Sat and Sun
Summer:
(June 1 -August 31)
06:30-21:30
10:00-18:00
Winter:
(Sept 1 - May 31)
06:30-20:30
10:00-18:00
Gym (Héraðsþrek) openi
Tour Operators
1.20 km
Stóra-Sandfell Horse Rental
Stóra-Sandfell is located 17 km. south of Egilsstaðir on the highway no. 1 on the way between Egilsstaðir and Höfn. We offer our guests a nice camping place and accommodation in cottages or in sep
Angling
15.87 km
Selfljót river
Trout and salmon fishing. Enquire at the tourist information center in Egilsstadir.
Swimming Pools
Wellness & Spa
16.10 km
Baðhúsið - SPA
Baðhúsið - SPA is situated on the ground floor of Gistihúsið - Lake Hotel Egilsstadir. It features a comfortable, indoor hot tub (40°C) and a mild sauna which combines the comforts of the steam
Tour Operators
15.98 km
Wildboys.is
Wildboys.is operate all kinds of hiking tours all year. A midnight tour on Mt. Snæfell, The amazing Dyrfjöll and our canyon adventure in Hafrahvammar are simply unforgettable. We also have tours to
Sleeping bag accommodation
1.20 km
Stóra-Sandfell Travel Service
The travel service at Stóra-Sandfell is located 17 km. south of Egilsstaðir, by highway 95. When driving over the road called Öxi (which is the shortest route) or Breiðdalsheiði, the roads lie be
Day Tours
18.74 km
Fjallamenn Austurlands
The East Highlanders Travel Service offers year-in year-out services by means of powerful vehicles extensively converted for highland travel, also we have trips in Hallormsstaðaskógur on ATV´s. Ca
Others
Boat Rental Atlavík
Boat Tours
- Hallormsstaður
- 701 Egilsstaðir
- 847-0063, 867-1441, 847-3706
APK Fishing Guide
Tour Operators
- Flatasel 2
- 730 Reyðarfjörður
- 867-2023
HS Ferðaþjónusta
Guesthouses
- Finnsstaðir 1
- 701 Egilsstaðir
- 892-1803
Fljótsdalshérað Golf club
Golf Courses
- Ekkjufell - Fellabær
- 701 Egilsstaðir
Flugfélag Austurlands
Day Tour Provider
- Kringlan 7
- 103 Reykjavík
- 864-7145
Sæti hópferðir
Tour Operators
- Dalbrún 12
- 700 Egilsstaðir
- 867-0528
Spyrnir
Day Tours
- Kaupvangur 2
- 700 Egilsstaðir
- 580-7908
