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Town
Vopnafjörður
In a deep fjord in northeast Iceland, Vopnafjörður is known for its steep cliffs, rich birdlife and quiet fishing village. Home to the world-famous clear salmon rivers Hofsá and Selá, with geothermal pools and hiking routes, it is a hidden nature route.
- Region
- East Iceland
- Time to allow
- 1.5 hours
- Entry
- Free
- Season
- All year
Practical information
- Kind
- Town
- Road
- Paved
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Nearest town
- Egilsstaðir · 58 km
- Reykjavík
- 380 km (as the crow flies)
- Coordinates
- 65.7600, -14.8300
- On the map
- Open location
Before you go
- A detour from the Ring Road; known for its thermal pool and salmon rivers.