Egilsstaðir Town: The Beating Heart of East Iceland with Discover Iceland

To find the unspoiled beauty and alive culture of eastern Iceland, Egilsstaðir town is the capital and the key that opens the door to the region. As a family-owned tour operator specializing in premium small group travel, Discover Iceland provides customized visits to the dramatic scenery of Iceland, thereby making sure that their clients obtain the best experience of their visit to such destinations as Egilsstaðir. Discover Iceland will be running with luxury 4×4 trucks and Mercedes SUVs to provide comfort and adventure to friends and families sightseeing the marvels of the East.

Egilsstaðir: The Capital of the East

The Egilsstaðir is the official capital of the east of Iceland & its population is approximately 2,600 people. It was established in 1947 and has since become the major service, transport and administrative centre of the region in part due to the location on the Ring Road and at the crossroads of the principle routes across the Eastfjords. It is situated on the river Lagarfljot and is known to have the most modern facilities and a warm and hospitable atmosphere.

What’s Nearby Egilsstaðir?

The surrounding area around Egilsstaðir town has many attractions. Hallormsstaadaskogur, the biggest national forest of Iceland, and a hiking and picnic spot are a few minutes away. In virtually the same locality we find the impressive Hengifoss waterfall, which is one of the highest in Iceland, 128 meters high, and providing the hikers with some of the most breathtaking scenes. Lake Lagarfljot, which some might say is a habitat of a mythical monster, is the best place to go on boat tours, Seydfjord is within 30-minute drive and shines in an array of colored houses, art scene and amazing nature.

 

The individuals who want to be more adventurous can go horseback riding, kayaking, & have photography tours that capture the gorgeous scenery around the region.

Where to Stay: Hotels in Egilsstaðir

In Egilsstaðir there is a variety of places to stay:

• Gistihúsið – Lake Hotel Egilsstaðir: A quaint lakeside hotel that boasts of comfortable rooms, a spa and a highly rated restaurant. It is ideal when one wants to relax enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery.
• Hotel Hallormsstadur: This hotel is located deep in a forest with a view of a lake, with large rooms, a hot tub outside it, and a diverse buffet: it is perfect place to stay when you are going to Hallormsstaðaskógur.
• Hotel 1001 Nott: A small and isolated family-owned boutique hotel with gorgeous views, upscale accommodation, hot tubs, and impeccable service a great starting point to explore East Iceland.
• Guesthouse Eyjolfsstadir: Ideal for guests who want some quiet and minimalism, and modern convenience and free breakfast is only a few minutes drive out of the town.

Selecting Egilsstaðir as the base of your Discover Iceland means you have the best available places to see in the region and that a comfortable home awaits you at the end of each day of adventure. You can visit the Discover Iceland site where you can find exclusive guided tours to the Egilsstaðir town and the memorable trip of the East of Iceland.