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Settlement typeVillage
Postal code804

Árnes is a small settlement in Skeiða- og Gnúpverjahreppur in South Iceland. Located in the upper Árnessýsla region, it serves the surrounding area and is well positioned for journeys towards Þjórsárdalur and other destinations in the South Iceland highlands region.

The site can form an interesting part of a wider journey through the region. Check access, current conditions and appropriate visitor guidance before travelling.

To place the stop in the wider context of a trip through the region, see Selfoss and other destinations in the same part of Iceland.

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A growing village in Skeiða- og Gnúpverjahreppur near the entrance to Þjórsárdalur. Árnes has a school, swimming pool, campsite, shop, restaurant and tourist information. It is a convenient base for exploring Þjórsárdalur and attractions such as Hjálparfoss, Gjáin, Stöng and Háifoss.

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Swimming pool
Tourist information
Source Last verified: 6. October 2026

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Árnes er góður viðkomustaður fyrir ferðalög um uppsveitir Suðurlands og í átt að Þjórsárdal.