A herring era gem at the northern edge of the country.
Siglufjordur is a strikingly scenic town at the tip of the Trollaskagi peninsula, once the booming heart of Iceland's herring industry.
Its award winning Herring Era Museum, colourful harbour and dramatic mountains make it a highlight of the north coast.
North Iceland is served by Akureyri Airport with quick flights from Reykjavik, and sits squarely on the ring road for anyone driving the country.
The places and moments worth slowing down for.
An award winning look at the silver of the sea.
A photogenic waterfront beneath steep peaks.
Mountains for hiking and winter skiing.
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Quick answers for planning your visit.
Siglufjordur is in Northeast Iceland, Iceland. It is at the northern tip of the Trollaskagi peninsula in North Iceland.
Siglufjordur is known for the Herring Era Museum, its colourful harbour, the surrounding Trollaskagi mountains and excellent winter skiing.
The best time to visit is year round, and every season here has its own character.
Most visitors spend half a day to 1 day here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.