Visit Seyðisfjörður
The Rainbow Street
About Seyðisfjörður
Seyðisfjörður is a place of singing waterfalls and peculiar characters. It is a welcoming town booming with creativity and rich in history. Inhabited by about 700 people the town acts as one big family, and a friendly one at that. Everybody is welcome to our little paradise and we want to share the goodness with you.
Visit Seydisfjordur, experience the flourishing art scene, try our guided tours and delightful hiking trails. Enjoy the local cuisine and the sensation of our unique town. Seydisfjordur is one of Lonely Planet’s top picks in Iceland.
Things to do
Seyðisfjörður Golf Course
The golf course in Seyðisfjörður is called Hagavöllur, a 9-hole golf course just inside the town. Found on the right side of the road on Fjarðarheiði, on the way to Egilsstaðir. A cozy golf pavilion that gives a warm welcome to guests. Hagavöllur is renowned for its wide trails, unique tranquility, and its proximity to the mountain range.
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Seyðisfjörður Swimming Pool
Seyðisfjörður swimming hall is a charismatic indoor swimming pool with hot tubs and sauna. Seyðisfjörður Swimming Hall was built in 1948 and was designed by Gudjón Samúelsson, the State House Master. The swimming hall formally opened on July 8, 1948.
The indoor swimming pool is 12.5 x 7 m, small but friendly, with a great view towards the mountains…
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Stafdalur Skiing Area
Stafdalur is by highway no. 93 between Seyðisfjörður and Egilsstaðir. The ski area is in approx. 21 km. distance from Egilsstaðir and 8 km. from the center of Seyðisfjörður.
There are three ski lifts in the area and facilities for all kinds of skiers.
The beginner lift is a rope lift, about 100 meters long, and is only open on weekends and holidays…
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Fjallkonustígur hiking trail
A walk to the Vestdalur Nature Reserve in Seyðisfjörður, up to the Vestdalur lake and the cave of "The Mountain Maid". The route once served as the principal communication link between Seyðisfjörður and other regions in East Iceland. Relics of this 19th - 20th c. pillar of transport can still be detected through meticulous road constructions, stone…
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Fossastígur Hiking Trail
An easy and pleasant walk from the center of Seyðisfjörður town, by a walkway partly gravel, partly grassy through a forested area towards the vale Fjarðarsel where beautiful waterfalls and varied green growth await the wanderer. A visit to the oldest operational power plant in Iceland at Fjarðarsel (1913) is optional, provided that it is arranged …
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Seven summit´s
Period: summer
By climbing seven of the peaks surrounding the fjord of Seyðisfjörður, one earns the prestigious title of "a Seyðisfjörður Mountain Viking". Mostly exceeding an altitude of 1.000 m, these mountains are as follows: Sandhólatindur, Bjólfur, Nóntindur, Hádegistindur, Strandartindur, Snjófjall, and Bægsli. You´ll find guestbooks and ink…
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Eastfjords Adventures
Eastfjords Adventures is an Adventure company based in Seyðisfjörður, East Iceland. We believe that adventure is not just about adrenaline and heart-pounding excitement; it's about discovering the true essence of a place, immersing ourselves in its stories, and connecting with its soul. We strive to provide you with more than just a guided tour; we…
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Seyðisfjörður Incoming Information Office
The Seyðisfjörður Information Centre is located at the Ferry harbour at Ferjuleiru 1.
The staff will give you information about weather, interesting places to visit, where to get the best view of town, help with booking trips and almost anything you’ll ask them to do. There you can also get maps, postcards and booklets.
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| Austursigling | Fjörður 4 | 710 Seyðisfjörður | 899-2409 |
| Coast Explorers | Hamrabakki 8 | 710 Seyðisfjörður | 839-1277 |
| Skálanes | Suðurgata 2 | 710 Seyðisfjörður | info@skala |
Museums and Exhibitions
Skaftfell Center for Visual Art
Skaftfell Center for Visual Art was founded in the year 1998 by a group of art enthusiasts, the Skaftfell Group. The Skaftfell Group was formed by friends of the artist Dieter Roth (1930-1998) who had…
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| Skálanes | Suðurgata 2 | 710 Seyðisfjörður | info@skala |
Food and Accommodation
Aldan Hotel & Restaurant
Hótel Aldan of Seyðisfjörður consists of three old but extensively renovated houses two of which are located by the little pond in the heart of this quaint old town in the Norwegian Schweitzer-style. …
Norð Austur - Sushi & Bar
Norð Austur sushi & bar is a part of Hótel Aldan , a family-run hotel in the peaceful and remote town of Seyðisfjörður only a few meters from the iconic Rainbowstreet and Blue Church. The resta urant…
Post-Hostel
Post-hostel in Seydisfjordur is a newly opened hostel/guesthouse in the old post office building from the sixties, near the harbor with ocean view. There are 4 double rooms and 2 rooms for 4 people in…
Skaftfell Bistro
Skaftfell Bistró is located on the first floor of the Skaftfell Art Center, at Austurvegur 42, in Seyðisfjörður. The restaurant offers an innovative menu that reinterprets traditional Icelandic fare w…
Hafaldan HI hostel, Old hospital building
Seyðisfjörður – Hafaldan HI hostel is located in the towns centre in the historic old hospital. The hostel offers great common facilities, self-catering kitchen with everything needed for preparing …
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| Café Lára - El Grillo Bar | Norðurgata 3 | 710 Seyðisfjörður | 4721703 |
| Media Luna Guesthouse | Hafnargata 2 | 710 Seyðisfjörður | 864-3082 |
| Lónsleira apartments | Lónsleira | 710 Seyðisfjörður | 849-3381 |
| Undiraldan - a bed in paradise | Ránargata 8 | 710 Seyðisfjörður | 897-7163 |
| Við Lónið | Norðurgata 8 | 710 Seyðisfjörður | 899-9429 |
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Practical informations
It is important to keep a few things in mind when travelling in Iceland. It is necessary to keep up with the weather forecast, even during summer, and road conditions. You must get familiar with the Icelandic Króna (currency) and pack appropriately for the season you are visiting, you can expect all kinds of weather all year round. And there is no need to buy water because the tap water is great!
