A riverside village in horse and volcano country.
Hella is a small service village on the Ranga river in the south, surrounded by farms, Icelandic horses and views toward the volcano Hekla.
It is a handy base for the south coast, the highland roads to Landmannalaugar and excellent salmon rivers.
South Iceland unfolds along the ring road east of Reykjavik, one of the easiest and most rewarding self drives in the country.
The places and moments worth slowing down for.
Farms and riding tours all around.
The famous volcano on the horizon.
On a route toward Landmannalaugar.
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Quick answers for planning your visit.
Hella is in South Iceland, Iceland. It is on the ring road in South Iceland.
Hella is known for its riverside setting, Icelandic horse farms, proximity to Mount Hekla and access to Landmannalaugar.
The best time to visit is year round, and every season here has its own character.
Most visitors spend half a day here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.