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The Top 12 Attractions in Strandabyggð

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Strandabyggð. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Strandabyggð is a region where 12

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 27, 2025

Sævangur (Kaffi Kind & Sheep Museum)

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Lovingly run museum and café. Definitely worth a stop.

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Hólmavíkurkirkja (Hólmavík Church)

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Hólmavíkurkirkja church is one of the landmarks of Hólmavík. It stands on a hill above the village. This modern-looking church was built between 1957 and 1968.

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Drangajökull Glacier

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Drangajökull is the only glacier in the Westfjords. It is the only glacier in Iceland whose height is entirely below 1,000 meters. In addition, it is the only glacier in …

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Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft

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The award-winning exhibition presents the history of witch hunts in 17th century Iceland, as well as various aspects of magic from more recent sources. We learn more about the people …

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Húsavíkur Kneif

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Easy to reach from the small parking area. There is a sign with some historical background in different languages at the parking area down at the street. From there: On …

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Broddanes

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Broddanes is nestled on the edge of a small fjord. This inaugurates the northwest fjords to come. After this village, the Strandir region opens up to you. The latter is …

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Sheep Farming Museum

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The museum is an experience for the whole family: while the children can feed the lambs with milk, the adults can learn more about Icelandic sheep and sheep farming in …

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Sigvaldi Kaldalóns Memorial

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Sigvaldi Kaldalóns (born Sigvaldi Stefánsson on January 13, 1881 in Reykjavík; died July 28, 1946 in the same place) was an Icelandic composer and doctor. The doctor and composer Sigvaldi …

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View of Drangajökull Glacier

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Drangajökull is the only glacier in the Westfjords. It is the only glacier in Iceland that is entirely below 1,000 meters in height. It is also the only glacier in …

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Museum of Icelandic Witchcraft

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The Museum of Icelandic Witchcraft and Wizardry is dedicated to the study of Icelandic witch-hunting, folklore and Standir heritage. It is a non-profit organisation. In the exhibition, for example, a …

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