Things to do in Fellabaer

No. 8 of Hot Springs Attractions in Iceland

Vök baths

Vök baths is located on the shores of Lake Urriðavatn in Egilsstaðir, East Iceland. It is Iceland's only floating geothermal pool and opened in 2019. Two circular floating geothermal pools are built directly on the lake, allowing you to take in panoramic views of the East Fjords' mountains and the lake while soaking. The water in the pools comes from natural geothermal springs deep beneath the lake. It is the only geothermal water in Iceland certified as drinkable, making it safe to drink and exceptionally pure. The word "Vök" comes from Icelandic and refers to the ice holes that melt on the lake surface in winter due to geothermal heat, which was the original clue that led people to discover the existence of geothermal springs. The onshore area features additional hot pools, a Finnish sauna, a cold mist tunnel, and a cold plunge pool, as well as a tea bar serving local herbal teas and a restaurant specializing in local ingredients. The overall atmosphere is tranquil and natural, making it an excellent place to experience the geothermal wonders of East Iceland.

Camp Egilsstadir and Egilsstadastofa Visitor Center

Seydisfjordur Church

Seydisfjordur Church sits on a hill in the town of Seydisfjordur in Iceland's East Fjords. Its vibrant blue exterior creates a unique color contrast against the surrounding white wooden buildings and green valley, making it the town's most recognizable landmark. Built in 1894, the church is an important Protestant place of worship, and its iconic blue image is widely known from its appearance in numerous photographs. The town itself is a hub for artists, and the area around the church preserves a collection of historic, colorful wooden buildings. Nestled between fjords and mountains, the town showcases the unique cultural landscape of Iceland's East Fjords region.

Reindeer Park

Gufu waterfall

Gufufoss (also known as Steam Waterfall) is located in eastern Iceland along the Fjarðará River and is the largest waterfall in the Seyðisfjörður fjord, with a drop of approx. 27m. The abundant water flow creates a large amount of mist as it falls, and a hazy rainbow halo can sometimes be seen in the sunlight, which is how it earned the name Steam. The surrounding valley is covered in green grass and embraced by fjords and mountains, offering tranquil scenery. It served as a filming location for the movie "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," and the magnificent water flow and canyon background are impressive on screen.

Skipalækur tjaldsvæði

Fardagafoss

Selskogur

No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Vatnajökull National Park

Blue Ice Cave

The Blue Ice Cave is a natural ice cave that forms under Iceland's Vatnajökull Glacier every winter, serving as a unique and rare natural view during the Icelandic winter. The color and shape of the ice cave are ever-changing. Not only does the shape differ from year to year, but even within a single day, it can display varying shades of blue depending on the weather and light, making every cave one-of-a-kind. This mysterious blue color comes from the ice layer's special filtering and reflection of light: the denser the ice, the more thoroughly it absorbs red light, resulting in a deeper and purer blue. Sunlight refracts through the ice into the cave, illuminating the interior with a dreamlike, blue-purple view.

No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Vatnajökull National Park

Diamond Beach

Diamond Beach is located in southeastern Iceland, right next to the Glacier lagoon. The ice blocks in the Glacier lagoon originate from the Vatnajökull glacier. After breaking off, they drift into the Glacier lagoon and are then washed onto the black sand beach by the tide, forming ice blocks of various sizes and shapes. Some are as clear and transparent as glass, some are milky white, and others display a deep blue color due to long-term compression of the ice layers. Under the light, these ice blocks look like scattered diamonds, which is how Diamond Beach got its name. The strong contrast between the black volcanic sand and the colorful ice blocks creates a visually striking view, and because the ice blocks constantly washing ashore vary in shape, every visit offers a different experience. Occasionally, you can see harbor seals climbing onto the ice blocks to rest, adding vitality to this magnificent glacial landscape.