South Iceland · Iceland
Heiðmörk
Heiðmörk is a large natural reserve on the outskirts of Reykjavík, covering over 3,000 hectares of lava fields, wetlands, birch forest and walking trails. Popular with locals year-round for hiking, jogging, horse riding and picnicking, it offers a genuine taste of Icelandic nature just minutes from the city centre. The reserve includes several small lakes and Rauðavatn lake at its heart.
About Heiðmörk
Heiðmörk is a large natural reserve on the outskirts of Reykjavík, covering over 3,000 hectares of lava fields, wetlands, birch forest and walking trails. Popular with locals year-round for hiking, jogging, horse riding and picnicking, it offers a genuine taste of Icelandic nature just minutes from the city centre. The reserve includes several small lakes and Rauðavatn lake at its heart.
History & Background
Heiðmörk has been a significant site in Iceland's landscape. Throughout the years, this location has played an important role in Icelandic culture and natural history.
Key Facts
- ✔Iceland's unique geology creates landscapes found nowhere else on Earth
- ✔The country sits on one of the most volcanically active spots on the planet
- ✔Iceland's natural wonders attract over 2 million visitors annually
- ✔Many of Iceland's natural features are protected under national park or nature reserve status
