Top 7 Free Things to do in Vatnajokull National Park, East Region

December 16, 2021 Veronika Gaddis

The largest national park in Europe, Vatnajokull combines thick blue ice caves, black sand beaches, waterfalls, and even lush green fields to create an otherworldly landscape that begs to be explored. Ásbyrgi, a canyon known for its distinct horseshoe shape, is a must for those hoping to discover local woodland. Whether climbing Iceland’s highest peak, Hvannadalshnúkur, or hiking to the Detifoss waterfall, the country’s scenic terrain and breathtaking geological formations can’t be missed.

1. Skaftafell National Park

Vatnajokull National Park 785 Iceland +354 470 8300 [email protected] http://www.vatnajokulsthjodgardur.is
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4.5 based on 1,128 reviews

Skaftafell National Park

Reviewed By Tissa010 - Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Beautiful area to do some hiking and see the big glaciers of Vatnajökull. You can choose your own route and difficulty, but if you're able you should definitely go up route 55 or 56 to the edge of the glacier.

2. Lac Polaire

Entre Skaftafell et Hofn, Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park Iceland
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4.5 based on 61 reviews

Lac Polaire

3. Svartifoss Waterfall

Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park Iceland +354 470 8300 http://www.vatnajokulsthjodgardur.is/english/operation/visitor-centre/skaftafellsstofa
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4.5 based on 742 reviews

Svartifoss Waterfall

Reviewed By _eli_9009 - Düsseldorf, Germany

We parked at the other parking, not the main one, and walked the small trail (marked as red - difficult) up the hill. It is not really difficult, only compared to the other way from the main parking marked as blue, it is more wild (& more fun) :) In total it took us 2h walking up, staying and the waterfall taking fotos and coming back down. Be careful as some part of the trail might be covered by ice in winter (very slippery).

4. Flaajokull Glacier

Marked gravel road between Smyrlabjorg and Hoffell, Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park Iceland +354 578 2550 http://intotheglacier.is
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Flaajokull Glacier

5. Hafragilsfoss

Vatnajökull National Park, Vatnajokull National Park Iceland http://www.world-of-waterfalls.com/iceland-hafragilsfoss.html
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Hafragilsfoss

6. Skaftafellsjokull

Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park 785 Iceland +354 470 8300 http://www.vatnajokulsthjodgardur.is
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4.5 based on 63 reviews

Skaftafellsjokull

Reviewed By LouRod17 - Philadelphia, United States

The glacier is a nice hike away from the visitor center, I’m guessing a bit over a mile each way. The hike is worth doing as you get to enjoy the scenic views surrounding you. Once there, you can walk around the large open area. There looks to be the beginnings of a lagoon with a small stream of glacier water pouring into it. You can get close to the glacier and some folks were climbing up the sides of the glacier. Fantastic experience. There is parking and a cafeteria at the visitor center.

7. Skeioara Bridge Monument

Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park Iceland
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4.0 based on 22 reviews

Skeioara Bridge Monument

Reviewed By AznNomad - Washington DC, United States

Without knowing too much about this monument, it was a stark contrast to see hunks of metal jutting from rocks in a desolate area.

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