A Well-Preserved Region
This part of Iceland is also recognised as one of the most well-preserved regions in Europe, so come and admire the unique jagged coastline that has been carved out over the years by the deep fjords. Start with a stopover in Isafjordur, the capital of this region of Iceland, and then continue your journey towards the North West fjords. This is the place where you can see the three biggest nesting cliffs in the North Atlantic.
Here you will also discover villages that are typical of the Icelandic fjords, as the region is dotted with fishing villages full of charm and sweet simplicity.
Glaciers and Lava Flows
This region is also perfect for discovering the Iceland of glaciers and lava flows and is a place where you can recharge your batteries in the kind of coastal, oceanic environment that soothes your very soul. Discover Grimsey Island and its congregations of puffins, as well as the immense Isafjardardjup fjord, which will blow the cobwebs away through its sheer powers of invigoration, and finally, marvel at the cliffs of Latrabjarg, Iceland’s most westerly point.
Nature and Culture
This is also the place to come if you want to get a glimpse of arctic foxes. Set off on a trawler adventure and find out what it’s like to be an Icelandic fisherman, including going out to sea, visiting a processing factory, taking a cooking class, etc. Are you looking for something totally original? Then you mustn’t miss the great Viking summer festival in Pingeyri, which is your chance to climb aboard a genuine Viking drakkar or longship! Please look at our suggestions below for trips, stays, self-drive tours and treks around this region of Western Iceland’s fjords.
Do you want to find out more about other Icelandic regions? Then read our other pages: Eastern Iceland; Iceland’s Golden Circle; travel in Greenland; Iceland’s Highlands; Iceland’s Northeast region; Visit Iceland’s capital city; Visit Snaefellsnes region; Icelandic southern peninsula; Iceland’s Westfjords region
