At the foot of Herðubreið are the Herðubreiðarlindir Springs, a spot with magnificent views and diverse natural attributes – which is probably why so many people consider this to be one of the most beautiful places in the country’s wilderness. The road to Herðubreiðarlindir is only passable in summer.
Nearby places:
Askja & Víti, Dreki, Holuhraun
Hiking routes in the area: