Southern Peninsula Region

The peninsula covers 829 square kilometers of black lava fields, thermal springs and volcanic cliffs stretching along the North Atlantic Ocean.

Norse settlers established communities in this region during the ninth century, gradually transforming small fishing villages into thriving urban centers.

Local inhabitants maintain traditional fishing practices while organizing festivals that showcase Icelandic music and culinary specialties throughout the year.

Keflavík International Airport serves as Iceland's main gateway, offering daily connections to destinations across Europe and North America.

The Bridge Between Continents spans the Álfagjá valley, physically marking the separation between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates.

Location: Iceland

Capital city: Keflavík

Shares border with: Capital Region, Southern Region

GPS coordinates: 63.91667,-22.25000

Latest update: March 9, 2025 09:07