Must See

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Dynjandi

Dynjandi is the largest waterfall in the Westfjords and undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in the country. The water flows down a wide stair-like cliff like embroidered lace. You can easily end up spending hours here, admiring the waterfall from different heights and angles.

Arctic Fox Centre

The Arctic Fox Centre in Súðavík tells about the life and habits of the Icelandic arctic fox in a very interesting way. Among other things, you will find out why some of the country’s foxes keep their fur brown throughout the winter too.

Látrabjarg bird cliffs

Látrabjarg is one of those places you only tend to see in nature documentaries. The nearly 15 kilometres long and 44 metres tall cliff can have millions of birds on and around it at any one time. Almsost forty percent of the world’s razorbill population lives here. Látrabjarg is also a great place for spotting the cute, orange beaked puffins.

Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft in Hólmavík

The museum in Holmavik explores the history of Icelandic withcraft in an engaging, interesting way. You will also learn about a few more lighthearted things, like where you can locate your third nipple. The most ludicrous sight are the human skin-like trousers in the glass display, with a foreskin and a pair of testicles dangling between the legs.

Red sand beach

The Red Beach (‘Rauðasandur’) in the remote southern Westfjords is simply stunning. Red sand as far as the eye can see, the sound of the Atlantic Ocean, the seals sunbathing on the beach… Just stunning. The road which leads down to the beach is quite steep, so drive carefully.

Holtsbryggja

On the golden remote beach stands a large wooden pier, Holtsbryggja. The pier was built in 1951 and then rebuilt a few decades later. Holtsbryggja was built for security reasons to connect the Flateyri community when snow avalanches close down the main road to the village.

Sea monster museum

According to folklore, the deep fjords of the Westfjords are home to various sea monsters. This museum displays stories about the monsters and the people who have seen them in real life.

The Old Bookstore in Flateyri

The Old Bookstore in Flateyri has been run by the same family for over a century, established 1914. All the furnishing and the dècor are unchanged since the store was first open in the very same house, that was build 1898. In the Old Bookstore in Flateyri you can meet the family and buy second hand books by weight, Icelandic books and saga in english and many other languages. It is easy to fell in love in this place!

Beffa Tours Whale Watching

You can go on a whale watching tour from the Bildudalur village harbour. The open sea is not far, so you don’t have to sail for long to spot some whales. Beffa Tours is a small family-run company and visitor numbers are modest – you might be lucky and even get your very own private tour.

Hornstrandir nature reserve

The Hornstrandir nature reserve is in the northernmost part of the Westfjords. The expansive wilderness is a haven for hikers, rowers, mountain skiers and nature photographers alike. Borea Adventures is one of the companies that arranges trips to the area; you can choose from a day trip, a multi-day hike which includes food and accommodation, or just the boat journey there. Hornstandir is only accessible by boat.

A day hike to Valagil waterfalls

The Valagil waterfall and cliffs form a spectacular natural sight. Leave your car in the designated parking area at bottom of the fjord, and follow the marked trail up to the waterfall. The hike is around 5 km in total. No steep inclines.

Trip to the Troll Seat

Near Isafjordur, just by the town’s tiny airport, you’ll find a short hiking trail that takes you up to the Troll Seat (Naustahvilft). According to old folklore, the valley was formed where a giant troll had sat down to rest. Its big butt left behind a beautiful, steep valley and its huge foot formed the peninsula that is now known as the Isafjordur town centre.

Horse riding in the Westfjords

The stables has around a dozen Icelandic horses and peaceful riding trails. There’s nothing better than spending a few hours on horseback surrounded by the majestic landscapes of the Westfjords. To book, email fosshestar@fosshestar.is.