EAST ICELAND
Breiðdalsvík
Tiny fishing village beside black-sand coastline at the entrance to the spectacular Breiðdalur valley.
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About Breiðdalsvík
Breiðdalsvík is a small Eastfjords village surrounded by black beaches, ocean views and high mountains. Inland lies Breiðdalur, the longest and widest valley in East Iceland. The village itself includes Breiðdalssetur, an old harbour and local heritage sites and makes a useful base for visiting Beljandi, Flögufoss and Streitishvarf.
Our practical tips
✓Use Breiðdalsvík as the starting point for exploring Breiðdalur rather than only stopping in the village.
✓The coastline and black sand around town are worth exploring on foot.
✓Route 95 through Breiðdalur offers a scenic alternative towards Egilsstaðir.