Scattered islands
Dozens of small islands and islets, many of them volcanic in origin, dot the lake and give it a speckled, intricate surface on the map.
Minimalist map poster · Iceland
Mývatn Map Poster & Print
65.6032° N / 17.0174° W
A shallow volcanic lake in north Iceland, its irregular shore and dozens of small islands scattered across the water
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Mývatn in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Mývatn, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Mývatn at home
The lake
About this Mývatn map poster
Mývatn lies in the volcanic highlands of north Iceland, and its map looks unlike any other lake. The shoreline is deeply indented with bays and inlets, and the water is scattered with many small islands and islets formed by volcanic activity. The ring road runs along the northern and eastern shores, with the village of Reykjahlíð at the northeastern corner.
The lake was formed by a basalt lava eruption about 2,300 years ago. Its name means midge lake, after the swarms of midges that breed there and feed its well-known bird life, especially ducks. Around it are pseudocraters at Skútustaðir, the lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the tephra cone of Hverfjall.
A Mývatn map poster turns this broken, island-dotted surface into a detailed and intriguing composition. The shallow water, the islets and the surrounding lava fields create a pattern that invites close looking, and the ring road frames it all with a single continuous line.
- Area
- 37 km²
- Coordinates
- 65.6032° N / 17.0174° W
- Region
- Mývatn, Lake · Iceland
Skútustaðir craters
Along the southern shore, pseudocraters formed when lava flowed over wet ground create clusters of small rounded shapes near the water.
Ring road frame
Iceland's main ring road follows the northern and eastern shores, drawing a clean line that frames the lake and passes through Reykjahlíð.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Mývatn
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Mývatn
A map that means something
Mývatn is a highlight of many trips around Iceland, remembered for its birds, lava fields and quiet light. The lake's intricate outline makes a poster that rewards a second look.
Add a title, subtitle and coordinates, and choose one of five styles: Classic black & white, Noir, Paper, Blueprint or Sand. Download the $9 HD files or order a matte printed poster shipped from partners in over 30 countries.
Order the Mývatn posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Mývatn map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Mývatn poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Mývatn poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Mývatn poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Mývatn poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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