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Attractions : Veidivötn Lakes - Fishing Lakes

The lakes are rich in trout that are believed to be from one of the oldest stocks in Europe. They vary in size, 3-6 pounders being common, and are known for their excellent taste.

Veidivötn Lakes are a magnificent highland oasis. They are a friend in the desert, which no one should miss. They are only 130 km away from Hotel Ranga, and about 30 km from Hotel Highland and Hrauneyjar. The crater formations are of a true extrarterrestrial character and the contrast between black sand and gin-clear water is truly unique. Many travelers find this to be the highlight of their visit to Iceland.

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This part of the country is amongst the youngest (1477) and wildest pearls of the central highlands. It comprises about 50 lakes of different sizes. The area is about 20 km long and 5 km wide and has a southwest - northeast direction. You have to ford the small river between the two Fossvotn lakes to get into the area.

Some of the very best brown trout & arctic char fishing in Iceland (or anywhere) is found here. Inquire about fishing here well in advance as the area is usually heavily booked.

The road from Veidivötn continues north to Jökulheimar on the west of Tungnaarjökull, one of the valley glaciers that "flows" from Vatnajökull. This is a destination that is still somewhat of a well-kept secret and undiscovered by foreign travelers. Usually the road here is open from June 15 to middle of October - only accessible by 4WD vehicles. This is a good place to "get away from it all" - the silence is total, unbroken even by bird calls.

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