Scenic landscape view in Vaglaskógur in Northeast, Iceland

Vaglaskógur

Iceland, Northeast

Vaglaskógur

LocationIceland, Northeast
RegionNortheast
TypeNature Reserve
Coordinates65.6167°, -17.6500°
Established1909
Area4.5
Nearest CityAkureyri (25 km)
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About Vaglaskógur

One of Iceland's largest natural birch forests in the Fnjóskadalur Valley, protected since 1909 and home to diverse birdlife and native plant species.

Visitor Ratings

Overall: 44/100

Uniqueness
40/100
Intensity
12/100
Beauty
48/100
Geology
18/100
Plant Life
38/100
Wildlife
28/100
Tranquility
62/100
Access
78/100
Safety
93/100
Heritage
25/100

Photos

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Vaglaskógur in Northeast, Iceland
Vaglaskógur landscape in Northeast, Iceland (photo 2 of 3)
Vaglaskógur landscape in Northeast, Iceland (photo 3 of 3)

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