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North Iceland · 66°N

Ólafsfjörður

A quiet fjord town near Siglufjörður, reached through mountain tunnels.
Distance from Reykjavík
400 km
Drive Time from Reykjavík
~5.5 h
Nearest airport
Akureyri (AEY)
Population
800
Best time to visit

Summer for fishing and birdlife; winter for skiing and a peaceful fjord retreat.

Distance from Reykjavík
400 km
Drive Time from Reykjavík
~5.5 h
Nearest airport
Akureyri (AEY)
Population
800
Best time to visit

Summer for fishing and birdlife; winter for skiing and a peaceful fjord retreat.

A quiet fjord town near Siglufjörður, reached through mountain tunnels.

Ólafsfjörður is a peaceful fjord town in the north, reached through long mountain tunnels that connect it to Siglufjörður and Dalvík. Ringed by steep peaks, it feels wonderfully remote and still.

In winter it’s a low-key skiing base; in summer the calm Ólafsfjarðarvatn lake draws anglers and birdwatchers. With little traffic and big scenery, it’s a restful stop on the scenic northern coast between Akureyri and Siglufjörður.

Known/Famous for
Quiet fjord reached by tunnelsSkiingÓlafsfjarðarvatn fishing lakeBirdwatchingPeaceful retreat
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