The main town of the southern Westfjords.
Patreksfjordur is the largest town in the southern Westfjords, a colourful harbour community and the gateway to Latrabjarg and the red sands of Raudisandur.
It offers services, seafood and dramatic coastal drives in every direction across the far southwest of the region.
The Westfjords lie in the far northwest, reached by a long and scenic self drive, a short flight to Isafjordur, or the Baldur ferry across Breidafjordur.
The places and moments worth slowing down for.
The base for visiting Europe's great bird cliffs.
On the route to the famous red sand beach.
Colourful houses and seafood by the water.
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Quick answers for planning your visit.
Patreksfjordur is in Westfjords, Iceland. It is in the southern Westfjords on the fjord of the same name.
Patreksfjordur is known as the gateway to the Latrabjarg bird cliffs and Raudisandur beach, with a working harbour and southern Westfjords services.
The best time to visit is june to September best, and every season here has its own character.
Most visitors spend 1 day here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.