West Iceland

The Silver Circle – a travel route in West Iceland

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:57:00 +0000

The Silver Circle is a new, defined travel route in West Iceland, located in the Borgarfjörður region. The route brings together rich cultural heritage, geothermal power, sustainable energy use, and diverse nature experiences within a relatively small area. The project aims to develop the Silver Circle as a strong, sustainable, and accessible destination for travellers in Iceland all year round.

Digital trip around West Iceland

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:33:00 +0000

The Visit West Iceland Smart Interactive Sales and Marketing System, launched on October 17, 2024, offers an innovative way to explore and promote the West of Iceland. With local hosts guiding users through top attractions, accommodations, and experiences, this interactive tool provides an engaging, easy-to-navigate resource for B2B sales and tourism promotion. Featuring contributions from 23 companies, the DMO, and a regional municipality, the platform continuously updates with the latest content, allowing tourism partners to effortlessly share up-to-date information. This system not only highlights individual services but also showcases the West’s diverse nature and activities, making it ideal for a 3-4 night stay with unique day trips across the region.

VOLCANIC ERUPTION IS UNDERWAY ON THE REYKJANES PENINSULA

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 13:42:00 +0000

A 4-kilometer-long (2.5 miles) fissure eruption started on the Reykjanes Peninsula on Monday, December 18, at 10:17 PM. This marks the fourth eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula in three years.

Unearthing the Magic of West Iceland: Top 7 Things to Do in West Iceland

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 13:33:00 +0000

Welcome to the enchanting world of West Iceland! This captivating region is full of magical places to explore. From stunning waterfalls and volcanic formations to charming fishing villages and soothing hot springs. West Iceland has something for everyone. To help you make the most of your trip, we'll go into detail about the best 7 activities in this captivating area of Iceland in this article.

Do’s and Don’ts for tourists in Icelandic communities

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Based on the success of previous local tourism guidelines, seven Icelandic communities are now launching new Community Specific Guidelines to greet visitors. The launch coincides with the re-opening of the cruise season in Iceland.

Culture Trip’s World Greatest in 2022

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:05:00 +0000

The Húsafell Canyon Baths have been handpicked as one of the World’s Greatest Travel Experiences for 2022.

Haffi hikes

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 09:23:00 +0000

Haffi hikes around West Iceland - Summer 2021

Visit West Iceland

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 12:17:00 +0000

WEST ICELAND IS ONE OF ICELAND'S MOST GEOLOGICALLY DIVERSE REGIONS. ITS NATURAL WONDERS ARE A NEARLY EXHAUSTIVE SAMPLING OF ALL THAT ICELAND HAS TO OFFER, RANGING FROM SLUMBERING VOLCANOES AND MAJESTIC WATERFALLS TO A VARIETY OF FLORA AND WILDLIFE.

Looks Like You Need An Adventure

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 11:23:00 +0000

Turn your lockdown sweatpants into boots for your first big post-pandemic adventure!

Get Inspired by Iceland

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 12:55:00 +0000

Images of Icelandic volcanoes, glaciers, waterfalls, thermal pools and other geological wonders have been hot commodities on travelers’ social networks for the last few years. Set on a lunar-esque landscape, this Artic island, where 350 thousand locals call home, is a popular destination for travelers looking for outdoor adventure, creative cuisine, and collecting memories supported by images.

List of roads closed during Rally during the days of August 30th - 31st

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 10:57:00 +0000

These roads will be closed in West Iceland during the days of August 30th - 31st due to Rally driving competition. Friday 30. ágúst: Road 570 between Arnarstapi og Ólafsvík will be closed between 9:00 - 13:30 Saturday 31. ágúst Road 52 at U...

Reykholt Chamber Music Festival 26.th – 28.th July 2019

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 17:10:00 +0000

Reykholt Chamber Music Festival was founded in 1997. The festival is held around the date of the consecration of Reykholt's new church, on and around the last Sunday of July each year. The program for the 2019 festival can be found on this website....

Pilot whales beached at Löngufjörur

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 15:23:00 +0000

A pod of pilot whales beached on Löngufjörur, Snæfellsnes peninsula, last week. Over 50 bodies have been counted in the tragic scene which is only accessible by foot or horse riding. Löngufjörur are located the easternmost part of the south Snæfellsn...

The full guide to West Iceland's pools

Tue, 16 Jul 2019 14:46:00 +0000

Geothermal pools and natural hot springs are a big attraction in West Iceland. The land is rich with warm water, giving us the eco-friendly opportunity to grow vegetables in greenhouses and heat our houses with geothermal warmth.

IceDocs Film Festival

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 09:59:00 +0000

IceDocs — Iceland Documentary Film Festival has its first edition in Akranes from 17th to 21st of July 2019. The event takes place in Akranes. During those five days, the festival offers 40 world class documentaries, Q&A's, workshops, off-venue...

West Iceland - Vinter Destination of the Year 2019

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 13:04:00 +0000

West Iceland has been chosen Vinter Destination of the Year 2019 by Luxury Travel Guide.

Brákarhátíð in Borgarnes this Saturday, 29th of June!

Fri, 28 Jun 2019 11:22:00 +0000

The annual Brákaðhátíð town festival is taking place in Borgarnes this week! The streets are decorated and the town is has a schedule for each day for festivities. The highlight will this Saturday's schedule, beginning at 12:00 with all kinds of fun ...

Nr. 3 Umhverfing art exhibition in Snæfellsnes peninsula

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 14:15:00 +0000

Nr. 3 Umhverfing in Snæfellsnes peninsula is the most recent art exhibition of the art project Umhverfing, organized by the Academy of the Senses. The project travels around the country. At each location, there is arranged an art exhibition with the ...

Street Art Festival in Hellissandur 21st - 22nd June

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 15:10:00 +0000

21st – 22nd of June will be full of fun in Hellissandur, Snæfellsnes peninsula. A Street Art Festival hosted by the Freezer will take place during the weekend were all kinds of art will be presented in a schedule full of verities. During the weekend ...

Roads closed for public traffic because of Icelandic championship in rally

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 16:52:00 +0000

The Icelandic championship in rally will take place in South West and West of Iceland from 23rd til 25th of August. Therefore, the following roads will be temporarily closed for public traffic. Closing date and time settings: 23rd August – Hvaleyra...