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1.3 km²Boat / ferry access
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Æðey

Westfjords1.3 km²Boat / ferry access

About

Æðey is an island located in the Westfjords region of Iceland. A höfuðból was built in the 19th century with a farm, with descendants of the family going to the house in the summer to maintain the farm.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

Check local conditions before visiting. Iceland's weather changes fast.

Map of Æðey

Map

66.0995°N, 22.6625°W · Westfjords

Plan your visit

Off the main road
6.3 km from Route 61
Nearest town
Súðavík — 16.2 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
220 km in a straight line
What else is close
67 mapped places within 20 km

Æðey weather and conditions

Last updated

1°Covercast · feels -5°C6 m/sgusts 99 h 45 mdaylight · 08:24 – 18:09
In season now · Winter in IcelandBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 minAll 1,648 tours

Photos & videos

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Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Æðarsker6 km
  2. 2Vigur9 km
  3. 3Langasker17 km
  4. 4Borgarey17 km
  5. 5Hrútey20 km
All islands in Westfjords →

Fuel

  1. 1Súðavík17 km · 308.6 kr/L
  2. 2Ísafjörður21 km · 306.9 kr/L
  3. 3Bolungarvík27 km · 308.6 kr/L
All fuel →

Supermarkets

  1. 1Nettó21 km
  2. 2SAM23 km
  3. 3Bónus23 km
All supermarkets →

Tours

  1. Avoid the crowdsfrom 60.000 ISK · 6 hours
  2. Bike and Kayak Combofrom 27.900 ISK · 7 hours
  3. BIRD CLIFFS & BEAUTIFUL BEACHES - bikingfrom 36.800 ISK · 9 hours
All tours →

Frequently
asked
questions

How do I get to Æðey?
Æðey is in Westfjords. Most Icelandic islands are reached only by boat — a scheduled ferry where one exists, otherwise a private or chartered vessel. Crossings depend on the weather and are cancelled in rough seas, so check the marine forecast and never assume you can leave on schedule.
Can I visit Æðey?
It depends on access and protection status. Some Icelandic islands are open by ferry or summer boat tour; many are uninhabited seabird colonies where landing is restricted during the nesting season. Where visits are allowed, go with a licensed operator and keep your distance from nesting birds.
When is the best time to visit Æðey?
Summer (June to August) is when ferries and boat tours run their full schedules, seas are calmer and seabird colonies are active. Many operators do not run in winter, so plan an island visit for the warmer months and book ahead in peak season.
Is Æðey inhabited?
Most of Iceland's islands are uninhabited, with no facilities, shelter or scheduled transport — Heimaey in the Westman Islands is the notable exception. Treat any small island as a place with no services: bring supplies, tell someone your plan and allow flexibility for the weather.

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