Every Tourist Will Leave Ísafjörður Town With a Lasting Impression – Here Is Why?
by Ísafjörður is a beautiful town in Iceland’s Westfjords region. It is the largest town in the Westfjords and the administrative headquarters of the municipality of …
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The WestfjordsWay is a scenic driving route that will take you on an unforgettable journey. It is a true driving experience, twisting and turning, occasionally along gravel roads and through tunnels, with stops to explore at viewpoints, mountain tops, beaches, or headlands.
It is a 950-kilometer loop that circles the Westfjords. The route can be driven, cycled, or walked. Whatever mode of transportation you choose, you will encounter incredible fjords, mountains, heaths, and valleys in Iceland.
Westfjords of Iceland Embrace You With Their Untouched Beauty and Serene Atmosphere
The Westfjords are experiencing a picture-perfect summer morning right now. The sky is blue, the sun is shining, and the water in the ocean is …
Short Road Trip in the Westfjords
Going on small road trips in the Westfjords is one of our favorite things to do. The trip today was a lot of fun. The …
8 Reasons Why You Should Visit Westfjords of Iceland
Iceland’s Westfjords are remarkable in their own right for a number of reasons. This area of Iceland is truly one of a kind because of …
Moments of Solitude
Sometimes, solitude is important. It is priceless to be able to go somewhere in nature and be by yourself, with your own thoughts and emotions. …
Iceland Photo Gallery: Westfjords in October
For me and my family, October is always a special month. There are numerous birthdays and days to commemorate for other reasons. In many ways, …
Slow Walking in Sunshine and Light Snow With a Company
Yesterday was a beautiful day. After the weekend’s storm, which was much smaller than expected, a beautiful calm came over the fjord and a thin …
The Village of Skerries, Kelp and Geothermal Energy
A small village called Reykhólar is located in Breiðafjörður on the southern edge of the Westfjords. I went to Reykhólar for the first time in …
Bridging Communities and Culture in The Westfjords
Icelandic road building has advanced significantly in recent decades. Paved roads have taken the place of hazardous dirt roads, although some areas still need improvement. …
The Magnificent Red Sands of Westfjords
It’s been a long time since we planned to go to the famous Rauðisandur (Red Sands). This summer we gave it a go and we …
Off the Beaten Track to View Kaldalón Lagoon National Treasure
For decades, I’ve looked across Ísafjarðardjúp Bay towards Snæfjallastönd and Drangajökull on my way to Reykjavik and imagined myself exploring the area one day. Finally, …
A Magnificent Pilgrimage with Breathtaking Westfjords Views
It’s unusual to be driving on a road that ends and you can’t go any further. Unaðsdalur valley, also known as Pleasure Valley in English, …
Three Fjords, the Ultimate Sightseeing Spot and Homemade Waffles
The most common route from Isafjordur to Reykjavik is via Isafjordur Bay. Then you have to drive through six fjords, the majority of which are …
A Tale of Two Fantastic Fjords, Tunnels and a Dangerous Mountain Road
It is a characteristic of the Westfjords fjords that the lowlands are rather small. In my opinion, there are two incredibly beautiful fjords in the …
An Extraordinary Art Exhibition with Arctic Tern Acrobatics
We love going on short day trips. Sometimes we go to photograph the landscape, and other times we go to see fun art exhibitions. We …
Fishing, Geothermal Swimming Pool and a Beautiful Fjord
When you think of fish, the village of Sudureyri by the fjord Sugandafjordur comes to mind. Fish and Sudureyri are inextricably linked, at least in …
The Magical Cove at the Edge of the Inhabited World
On a bright summer day, it is ideal to visit a truly magical location in the Westfjords. A place where time has stood still and …
Is Cool Summer the Next Hot Trend?
Summer is now and it’s the best time of the year. There has been an exchange of sunshine and showers, and in between calm and …
Cruise Ships in the Narrow Fjord – Photo Gallery
Year after year, cruise ships have come to Isafjordur Town, and their number has increased year by year. The only exception was in COVID in …
Passengers on Cruise Ships Bring an Invigorating Atmosphere
It is estimated that this year, close to 150,000 tourists will come on cruise ships to the Westfjords. These tourists make an amazing impression on …