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
19. April 2010
Travellers in Iceland safe
Travellers in Iceland are safe and sound
The Icelandic Tourist Council held a meeting at noon today, 16 April 2010, whereupon it was decided to issue a press release stressing that day-to-day life in Iceland is just as usual, even though the volc... Meira
11. June 2008
All year
South Iceland has it all beautiful nature, historical sites and activities. It is accessible 365 days a year. We can offer access to our main highlights all year around, easy to reach.
For accommodation all our hotels are open all year. Most of... Meira