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Álfaborg

On arrival to Borgarfjörður Eystri, you will se a distinctive landmark in the middle of the village; Álfaborg, or The city of Elves, where the Queen of Elves lives, legend tells. Numerous tales tell of relations between elves and locals, such as young women marrying elvish men and living in Álfaborg.

Álfaborg was declared a nature reserve in 1976, which makes the area protected for recreational and public use. On top of Álfaborg is an observation platform with excellent view over the fjord and surrounding mountains. The trail up Álfaborg is an easy walk and suitable for all.

Below Álfaborg is the local camping ground and a fresbee golf course.

Álfaborg

On arrival to Borgarfjörður Eystri, you will se a distinctive landmark in the middle of the village; Álfaborg, or The city of Elves, where the Queen o

Bakkagerðiskirkja

Placed on the outskirts of the village of Borgarfjörður Eystri, close to the famed Álfaborg - The City of Elves, stands the church Bakkagerðiskirkja,

Borgarfjörður Eystri Campsite

Campsite with a service building, showers, drying cabinets, electricity for small devices, and good facilities for camping vehicles.

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We are your Hiking and Super Jeep experts in East Iceland and we want to share our unique nature with you. Our goal is to provide a superior service i

Lindarbakki

Borgarfjörður Eystri is known for its unique beauty and rich history. Lindarbakki, a small, beautiful turf house, has captivated many visitors with it

Álfacafé

Álfacafé is að friendly café in the village of Bakkagerði in Borgarfjörður Eystri. The visitor would do well to try the tasty waffles with whipped cre

Búðin - Village store Borgarfirði eystri

Búðin in Borgarfjörður eystri is a small and friendly village shop owned by the local people of Borgarfjörður. The policy is to have a good selection

Fjord Bikes

Borgarfjörður eystri (in east Iceland) is one of those places where you can always look into the distance and see something incredible that you would

Já sæll - Grill & bar

The restaurant ("Já sæll") is open during the summer. During other seasons the house is a community center.

Blábjörg Resort

Blábjörg Resort is located in the idyllic fishing village of Bakkagerði in Borgarfjörður eystri. Surrounded by beautiful mountains and unique nature,

Álfheimar Country Hotel

The guesthouse Álfheimar disposes of 32 double rooms with private bathrooms. Restaurant with special dishes made out of local raw material. Convenient

Borgarfjörður eystri

You’re in good company in this beautiful region: around 100 friendly locals populate the village, tourists pass through to enjoy the surrounds (includ

Kúahjalli og Hrafnatindur

Numerous marked trails surround the village at Borgarfjörður Eystri. One of them leads to the mountainous terrain of Kúahjalli and Hrafnatindur. The t

Hafnarhús

At Hafnarhólmi in Borgarfjörður eystri a new, magnificent building was unveiled in 2020. Not only had there been a lack of facilities for fishermen an

Puffin Adventures

Puffin Adventures is a family-owned and operated RIB safari tour company in Borgarfjörður eystri. Driven by love for nature and wildlife, Puffin Adven

Hafnarhólmi

Hafnarhólmi islet at the harbour in Borgarfjörður Eystri is perfect for birdwatching. Hafnarhólmi is easily the most accessible Atlantic Puffin colony

Njarðvíkurskriður and Naddi

Until the year 1949, when passable road came about, all traffic through the Njarðvíkurskriður screes between Njarðvík and Borgarfjörður Eystri was eit

Brúnavík

Brúnavík is a deserted inlet just south of Borgarfjörður Eystri, renowned for its serene surroundings. A hike back and forth from the parking lot at H