WESTFJORDS
Ísafjörður in Ísafjarðardjúp
The largest town in the Westfjords and the region’s main cultural and service centre, set beneath steep mountains on Skutulsfjörður.
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About Ísafjörður in Ísafjarðardjúp
Ísafjörður combines one of the Westfjords’ best-preserved historic town centres with museums, restaurants, harbour life and immediate access to mountains and fjords. It is also an important base for exploring the northern Westfjords and for boat journeys into Hornstrandir.
Our practical tips
✓Give Ísafjörður several hours rather than treating it only as a fuel and supermarket stop.
✓The Old Town and Neðstikaupstaður are particularly worthwhile on foot.
✓Ísafjörður is one of the main departure points for boats into Hornstrandir.