Westfjords in 7 Days

Iceland's wild, remote northwest at its own pace.

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The road less travelled

The Westfjords are Iceland's least visited region, a wilderness of dramatic fjords, bird cliffs and quiet villages.

A week lets you reach Dynjandi, the Latrabjarg cliffs and Isafjordur without rushing the long, scenic roads.

Length: 7 days  ·  Best season: June to September  ·  Good for: Explorers, photographers, solitude seekers  ·  Start and end: Reykjavik to the Westfjords and back

Day by day

A suggested route you can follow at your own pace.

1

West to Snaefellsnes or the ferry

Drive north, optionally taking the Baldur ferry across Breidafjordur.

Stops: Stykkisholmur · Reykholar

2

Southern Westfjords

Latrabjarg cliffs and the red sands of Raudisandur.

Stops: Latrabjarg · Raudisandur · Patreksfjordur

3

Dynjandi

The tiered jewel of the Westfjords and the fjord roads beyond.

Stops: Dynjandi · Thingeyri · Bildudalur

4 to 5

Isafjordur

The cultural capital, kayaking, and a boat to Hornstrandir.

Stops: Isafjordur · Bolungarvik · Hornstrandir

6

Strandir coast

The eastern shore and the seaside hot pots of Drangsnes.

Stops: Holmavik · Drangsnes

7

Return south

The long, beautiful road back toward Reykjavik.

Stops: Borgarnes · Reykjavik

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Good to know

Quick answers for planning.

Are the Westfjords worth visiting?

Yes, for travellers who love wild scenery and solitude they are a highlight, with dramatic fjords, bird cliffs and few crowds.

When can I visit the Westfjords?

June to September is best, when the roads are open and the weather mildest. Many routes are difficult or closed in winter.

Do I need a 4x4 for the Westfjords?

A regular car manages the main routes in summer, but a higher clearance vehicle is more comfortable on the gravel fjord roads.

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