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Grunnavík

Westfjords, Iceland
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Grunnavík

Westfjords, Iceland

About

Grunnavík is a bay (vík) at the mouth of Jökulfirðir, in Westfjords, Iceland, located some 12 km to the ENE of Bolungarvík. Grunnavík was permanently inhabited up to 1962, but is today only occupied seasonally, as a summer resort.

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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Free
No fees
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 Grunnavík

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.Möngufoss
16 km·~19 min drive

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

#2.Glúmsstaðafoss
18 km·~21 min drive

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

#3.Bunárfoss
25 km·~30 min drive

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

#4.Drifandi
30 km·~36 min drive

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

Drifandi
4 waterfalls near Westfjords

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Bolungarvíkurkaupstaður
19 km·~23 min drive

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

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Ísafjörður
24 km·~29 min drive

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

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Ísafjarðarbær
31 km·~38 min drive

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

#4.Natural hot pot near Strandabyggð
34 km·~41 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

4 hot springs near Westfjords

Campsites

#1.Sæból
14 km·~17 min drive

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

#2.Tjaldsvæði Látrum
17 km·~21 min drive

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

#3.Bolungarvík
19 km·~23 min drive

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

#4.Tjaldsvæðið Bolungarvíkur
19 km·~23 min drive

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

4 campsites near Westfjords

Supermarkets

#1.Kjörbúðin
19 km·~23 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó
22 km·~26 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.SAM
24 km·~29 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Bónus
24 km·~29 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Westfjords

Gas stations

#1.Bolungarvík
19 km·~23 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Ísafjörður
22 km·~26 min drive

N1 · 306.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Súðavík
25 km·~30 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Flateyri
35 km·~42 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 Grunnavík?
Grunnavík 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 Grunnavík?
Grunnavík 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 Grunnavík?
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 Grunnavík?
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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