On the last day of this Roadtrip we will explore many wonders of West Iceland. From Borgarnes we cross the Borgarfjörður Fjord via Route 1 and then via Route 50 to Deildartunguhver Thermal Springs (RP5).

Deildartunguhver has the highest flow of hot springs in Europe. The hot water pump pumps 180 liters of water at 100 ° C (212 ° F) per second, which is partly used to provide geothermal heat for houses in West Iceland.
Visit Deildartunguhver to witness this true natural power or better yet, take a bath in the pure water from the hot spring at Krauma Geothermal Nature Baths.

The next stop is planned at the historic village of Reykholt (RP6). Reykholt is one of the most remarkable historical sights of Iceland. It is best known by the home of Iceland's best-known author Snorri Sturluson from 1206-1241. An old geothermal heated swimming pool, Snorralaug, is named after him. It is one of the few things that have been preserved throughout the medieval period of Iceland. Snorrastofa is a cultural center and institute for research in medieval studies and offers historical exhibitions, tours and lectures. Music recitals are held in the church of Reykholt.

After enjoying scenic Reykholt, head further east on Route 518 to reach the Barnafoss and Hraunfossar (RP7) waterfalls.

Barnafoss is a rapid waterfall that makes its way through a narrow gorge; the name means 'the waterfall of the children' because of the macabre history of two boys who fall from a bridge that has since been destroyed to their death.

Hraunfossar is relatively serene; it is not high, but very wide and the water seeps through the lava rock in many quiet streams. Despite how different they are, these waterfalls are within walking distance of each other. There is a café-restaurant nearby if there is a need for refreshments.

We drive back via Route 518, then south along Route 50 to the Trolls waterfalls in Fossatún (RP9). This is a great area for children, but also for adults, as there are many small elf houses, troll statues and information posts about Iceland's folklore within a short walk. At the hotel restaurant there is possibility for lunch.

Continue south on route 50 and again take route 1 at Borgarnes around the imposing Hafnarfjall mountains, at RP10 there is a small parking lot with information signs about this mountain. This is also a nice place to take a photo.

The next stop to take a picture of a beautiful view of the sea is at the Old Akranes Lighthouse (RP12), actually there are two lighthouses. If you drive to the port, you will already see two lighthouses. The larger one currently in use is open to the public. The smaller lighthouse is one of the oldest concrete lighthouses in Iceland and was built in 1918. It served the fishing village until it was deactivated in 1947 in favor of the larger.

We continue along the Hvalfjörður fjord (RP15), a green, mountainous fjord.
At RP16 we turn left to park at the end at a footpath to the second highest waterfall in Iceland; de Glymur (16) this is the last place you visit on this incredible 12-day road trip.
The Glymur with its 196 meters is the highest waterfall in Iceland. It lies in the Botnsá River that flows from the 160-meter-deep Hvalvatn to the Hvalfjörður in southwest Iceland. The waterfall is not as well known, possibly because the lower part falls into a narrow deep gap and is therefore hidden from view.

After marveling at the height and splendor of Glymur, you can follow Route 47 along the other side of the fjord until you reach Route 1 that leads back to Reykjavík.

This last route of the 12 day Roadtrip through Iceland was a nice ending that is worth 4 **** Stars.