east-iceland · Iceland
Egilsstaðir – Gateway to East Iceland
Egilsstaðir is the main service town of East Iceland, situated at the northern end of Lake Lagarfljót. Despite being only founded in the 1940s, it has grown into the regional hub for the east with the area's main hospital, shops, airport and cultural facilities. The East Iceland Heritage Museum has excellent exhibits on local history, geology and folklore. The town is the gateway to the Eastfjords, the Vatnajökull glacier and the highland interior.
About Egilsstaðir – Gateway to East Iceland
Egilsstaðir is the main service town of East Iceland, situated at the northern end of Lake Lagarfljót. Despite being only founded in the 1940s, it has grown into the regional hub for the east with the area's main hospital, shops, airport and cultural facilities. The East Iceland Heritage Museum has excellent exhibits on local history, geology and folklore. The town is the gateway to the Eastfjords, the Vatnajökull glacier and the highland interior.
History & Background
This location is one of Iceland's remarkable natural and cultural attractions.
Key Facts
- ✔Egilsstaðir – Gateway to East Iceland is part of Iceland's diverse landscape
- ✔Iceland offers an incredible variety of natural and cultural experiences
- ✔The country's unique geology creates a constantly changing and dramatic environment
Tours Near Egilsstaðir – Gateway to East Iceland
Best-rated Iceland experiences — book with free cancellation
Private Silfra Snorkeling 6 p. group - Meet on Location - with Underwater Photos
From $899
Book Now
Private Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon 2 Day Tour & Glacier Hike
From $7240
Book Now
Private 2-Day Glacier Lagoon, Ice Cave and Northern Lights
From $7400
Book NowAbout Egilsstaðir – Gateway to East Iceland
Egilsstaðir – Gateway to East Iceland is a point of interest in east-iceland. Iceland's diverse and dramatic landscape makes it one of the world's most remarkable travel destinations, with countless natural and cultural attractions to discover.
Reykjavík All In One Food Tour - Eat, Drink & Explore with Locals
From $207.66
Book Now
Reykjavik Private Northern Lights Tour with Pro Photographer
From $1649.4
Book Now
Glacier Adventure at Sólheimajökull Private Tour
From $385.65
Book NowHistory & Background
This location is one of Iceland's remarkable natural and cultural attractions.
Reykjanes Peninsula Private Day Tour - up to 9 passengers
From $2500
Book Now
2 hour Round Trip in Vestmannaeyjar on a RIB Boat
From $243.26
Book Now
Iceland: Diamond Beach Glacier Lagoon Black Sand Beach 冰岛冰河湖中文一日团
From $229.9
Book NowStory & Folklore
Egilsstaðir is the main service town of East Iceland, situated at the northern end of Lake Lagarfljót. Despite being only founded in the 1940s, it has grown into the regional hub for the east with the area's main hospital, shops, airport and cultural facilities. The East Iceland Heritage Museum has excellent exhibits on local history, geology and folklore. The town is the gateway to the Eastfjords, the Vatnajökull glacier and the highland interior.
Why Visit
Despite being only founded in the 1940s, it has grown into the regional hub for the east with the area's main hospital, shops, airport and cultural facilities.