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Breiðafjörður

West Iceland, Iceland
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Breiðafjörður

West Iceland, Iceland

About

Breiðafjörður is a large shallow bay of the Irminger Sea, about 50 km (31 mi) wide and 125 km (78 mi) long, to the west of Iceland. It separates the region of the Westfjords (Vestfirðir) from the Snæfellsnes peninsula to the south.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Road conditions
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Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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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 Breiðafjörður

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.Kirkjufellsfoss
33 km·~39 min drive

Famous for the view WITH Kirkjufell mountain behind it. You've seen this shot a million…

Kirkjufellsfoss
#2.Kvernárfoss
34 km·~41 min drive

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

#3.Grundarfoss
35 km·~42 min drive

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

#4.Rjomafoss
36 km·~43 min drive

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

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Grundarfjarðarbær
30 km·~36 min drive

Hot pot in nature. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Respect the nature around…

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Stykkishólmur
31 km·~37 min drive

Natural pool. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Respect the nature around it.

#3.Natural hot pot near Grundarfjarðarbær
33 km·~40 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#4.Krosslaug
34 km·~41 min drive

Hot spring in West Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Krákuvör
24 km·~29 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#2.Tjaldsvæðið á Skörðum
30 km·~36 min drive

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#3.Stykkishólmur
31 km·~37 min drive

The camping site in Stykkisholmur is centrally located and has many features.

#4.Tjaldsvæðið í Stykkishólmi
31 km·~37 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Bónus
31 km·~37 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#2.Kjörbúðin
33 km·~39 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Kassinn
41 km·~49 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Albina
52 km·~63 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Stykkishólmur
31 km·~37 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Grundarfjörður
33 km·~39 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Flókalundur
40 km·~48 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Ólafsvík
41 km·~49 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

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 West Iceland

Frequently
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Where is Breiðafjörður?
Breiðafjörður is a bay on the coast of West Iceland, Iceland. Check the map on this page for its exact position and the driving route in.
How do I get to Breiðafjörður?
Breiðafjörður is in West Iceland. 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 Breiðafjörður?
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 Breiðafjörður?
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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