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Skagafjörður Vacations
A fjord in the north of the country, away from Route No.1 that has excellent mountain and coastal walks.
Visit Skagafjörður
- Art & Culture
- Museums
- Nature, Adventure & Sport
Skagafjörður: How to get there?
119km drive from Akureyri
Skagafjörður: See when to go ?
May through October
Skagafjörður: For how long?
One day
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Skagafjörður: What to see nearby?
What our travelers think of their stay
A fjord in the north of the country, away from Route No.1 that has excellent mountain and coastal walks.
My suggestion
Take the time to tour the picturesque villages and enjoy the scenic local walks.
Iceland: our articles for your vacations
Between sea and mountains: the East Fjords
The East Fjords are a little known region, we often stop before, at the Jokulsarlon on route 1, where you can experience these places in a short amount of time. However, the view of the fjords can be amazing, and some places deserve that you take the time to discover them.
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Crossing over the arctic circle on Grimsey island
Grimsey is a small Icelandic island situated about 25 miles north of Iceland and the arctic polar circle runs through it. The spot is also ideal for watching bird colonies.
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On the F35
Only open when the centre of the country is no longer under snow, Route F35 is one of the most legendary in Iceland: rocky and wild, it winds its way through the most desolate and mountainous regions of the island. An exceptional road trip of discovery during the summer months!
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A day on the peninsula of Snæfellsnes
The peninsula of Snæfellsnes, made famous by Jules Verne's novel Journey to the Centre of the Earth, contains most of Iceland's magnificent landscapes and is just a few hours' drive from the capital. In one day—or two, if you have the time—, you can discover superb panoramic views and various natural places of interest.
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