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Welcome to the official website of the area "Upcountry Árnessýsla" in  South Iceland
Iceland's most popular tourist area, the Árnessýsla county upcountry boasts a wealth of natural wonders and well-marked historical sites. Hot springs and geothermal heat characterise the region and make their impact on the culture of the area, as well as on the historical sites marking milestones in the history of the land and society of Iceland. The Árnes uplands stretch from Thingvellir to the Thjórsá River and into the central highlands. Its inhabitants number some 2,600 and populate four municipalities.

Tourist Information
Ásborg Arnþórsdóttir Director of Tourism.
ph: +354 486 8810 e-mail asborg@ismennt.is

11. June 2008

All year

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Upcountry Árnessýsla

Upcountry Árnessýsla county South Iceland Quality and hospitality A popular destination in all seasons. Iceland’s most popular tourist area, Upcountry Árnessýsla county, boasts a wealth of natural wonders and well-marked historical sites. Ho... Meira