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Adventure seeker, nature lover, or simply looking to relax, Seyðisfjörður Iceland is absolutely worth the detour! Zunächst wird die Mündung des Fjardara zu Fuß umrundet. If you stay the night, the accommodations are equally as lovely. Es gibt zwei Fahrten pro Tag in jede Richtung. From there, a marked hiking trail leads out to the peninsula.

Signs and menus are usually available in English, so communication is easy for international travelers.

Can I reach Seydisfjordur without a car?

Yes, but options are limited. The photo below is from a cafe we went to on Rainbow Street – our food was SO good and the atmosphere was cozy and beautiful. It was first painted in 2016 during a Pride Walk event and was so well received (by locals and visitors) that they’ve made it an annual thing and repainted Rainbow Street at the beginning of each summer.

Strolling down this vibrant street, lined with cute cafés and art shops, is a must-do.

Located in the Jokuldalur Valley, this gorge is known for its basalt columns and glacial river, which can shift in color from milky gray to bright turquoise depending on the season and water levels.

The canyon was largely hidden until recent years when a hydro project lowered the river’s depth, exposing the basalt walls.

It’s a short but moderately steep walk, taking around 15–20 minutes one way and covering roughly 0.7 miles (1.1 kilometers).

If you prefer a guided experience, you can join a hiking tour in the Seydisfjordur Hills, which often includes insights about the sculpture and panoramic viewpoints along the trail.

In summer, it is one of the most rewarding drives in Iceland, offering roadside viewpoints and dramatic fjord views as you approach the town.

Travel to Seydisfjordur by Ferry and Cruise Ship

Seydisfjordur is the arrival port for the Norrona ferry, operated by Smyril Line, which connects East Iceland with Denmark and the Faroe Islands.

Am Westufer des Sees kommt man an der hellblauen Kirche vorbei, dem architektonischen Highlight von Seydisfjördur. Clear nights provide good chances of seeing the northern lights, though Route 93 can close during storms, so check the road conditions before traveling.

Spring (April to May) and Autumn (September to October): These shoulder seasons bring fewer crowds and lower prices.

Its central location allows easy access to the town’s attractions.

How to Get to Seydisfjordur Iceland

Driving: Most visitors arrive in Seyðisfjörður via Egilsstaðir, the largest town in East Iceland, which is about a 30-minute drive. The drive takes about 30 minutes and connects the town directly with Egilsstadir on the Ring Road.

Route 93 is fully paved, but winter storms can close the pass, so always check the road conditions before setting out.

On the west side, a short walk leads to a viewing platform overlooking the gorge.

Tvísöngur is an acoustic art installation (also called the “singing sculpture”) located in the mountains above the town.

The hike to the sculpture takes about 20 minutes from town up a gravel road across from the fish factory. Das Wasserkraftwerk war das erste seiner Art in Island und wurde 1913 gebaut. It’s deliberate.

Geography and Natural Landscape

Surrounded by steep mountains and facing the narrow fjord, Seyðisfjörður thrives on its isolation.