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Aðalvík

Westfjords, Iceland
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Aðalvík

Westfjords, Iceland

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Aðalvík is a bay located in the southwest part of Hornstrandir on Iceland. The bay splits into three main locations, the former fishing villages of Látrar and Sæból and Miðvík.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Driving conditions
Road conditions
Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
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Cost to visit
Free
No fees
Entry: Free
Parking: Free
No booking
Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Aðalvík

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Glúmsstaðafoss
10 km·~13 min drive

A waterfall in Westfjords. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#2.Möngufoss
33 km·~40 min drive

A waterfall in Westfjords. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#3.Drifandi
35 km·~42 min drive

A waterfall in Westfjords. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Drifandi
#4.Bunárfoss
36 km·~43 min drive

A waterfall in Westfjords. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

4 waterfalls near Westfjords

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Bolungarvíkurkaupstaður
26 km·~32 min drive

Natural hot spring. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Worth seeking out.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Ísafjarðarbær
34 km·~41 min drive

Natural hot spring. Real Iceland experience. Check conditions before going.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Ísafjörður
36 km·~43 min drive

Natural hot spring. Real Iceland experience. Worth seeking out.

#4.Natural hot pot near Strandabyggð
51 km·~62 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

4 hot springs near Westfjords

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæði Látrum
2.9 km·~4 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

#2.Sæból
4.7 km·~6 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

#3.Hlöðuvík
19 km·~23 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

#4.Bolungarvík
26 km·~32 min drive

The camp site in Bolungarvík is located next to the swimming pool. The camp sita has good…

4 campsites near Westfjords

Supermarkets

#1.Kjörbúðin
26 km·~31 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó
35 km·~41 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.SAM
36 km·~43 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Bónus
36 km·~43 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Westfjords

Gas stations

#1.Bolungarvík
26 km·~31 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Ísafjörður
34 km·~41 min drive

N1 · 306.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Súðavík
40 km·~48 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Flateyri
41 km·~50 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Westfjords

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near Westfjords

Frequently
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Where is Aðalvík?
Aðalvík is a bay on the coast of Westfjords, Iceland. Check the map on this page for its exact position and the driving route in.
How do I get to Aðalvík?
Aðalvík is in Westfjords. Most Iceland bays sit on or just off the Ring Road and coastal routes; a few in the Westfjords involve gravel roads. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.
What is there to do at Aðalvík?
Iceland's bays are where you find harbours, seabird colonies, seals and boat trips. What's on offer depends on the spot — check the map and nearby places on this page.
When is the best time to visit Aðalvík?
June to August for birdlife, boat trips and the most reliable road access. Puffins leave by mid-August. Outside summer, check road.is conditions the day you drive.

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