Norður-Hérað

Norður-Hérað is a locality in , .

Places of Interest

Highlights include Stuðlagil canyon.

is a basalt column canyon located in the Jökuldalur valley in East Iceland. Known for its towering hexagonal basalt formations and vivid turquoise river, the canyon gained international attention after the flow of the River was reduced due to the project.

Norður-Hérað

Latitude
65.1667° or 65° 10′ north
Longitude
-15.25° or 15° 15′ west
Elevation
539 metres (1,768 feet)
Open location code
9CQ65Q82+M2
Geo­Names ID
3345271
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Satellite Map

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Localities in the Area

Explore places such as Fellabaer and Egilsstaðir.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Búðarháls and Þórfell.

East Iceland: Must-Visit Destinations

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