NORTH ICELAND
Raufarhöfn
Remote fishing village on the eastern side of Melrakkaslétta and the northernmost village on the Icelandic mainland.
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About Raufarhöfn
Raufarhöfn sits close to the Arctic Circle in one of Iceland’s most remote inhabited areas. Once an important herring centre, it now provides essential services for travellers exploring Melrakkaslétta and is best known to visitors for the extraordinary Arctic Henge above the village.
Our practical tips
✓Use Raufarhöfn to refuel and restock before exploring remote surrounding areas.
✓The Arctic Henge is the obvious highlight, but the harbour and coastline are also worth exploring.