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Lundey

North Iceland< 1 km²Boat / ferry access

About

Lundey is a small, uninhabited island in Skagafjörður fjord located about 2 kilometres (1. 2 mi) from the eastern mouth of the Héraðsvötn River, in northern Iceland.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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

Map of Lundey

Map

65.7611°N, 19.4500°W · North Iceland

Plan your visit

Off the main road
4.9 km from Route 76
Nearest town
Sauðárkrókur — 8.8 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
214 km in a straight line
What else is close
94 mapped places within 20 km

Lundey weather and conditions

Last updated

2°Covercast · feels -5°C7 m/swind9 h 48 mdaylight · 08:10 – 17:57
In season now · Winter in IcelandNorthern Lights 4x4 Tour from Akureyrifrom 34.799 ISK · 2 h 30 minAll 1,648 tours

Photos & videos

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Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Hegranes7 km
  2. 2Kerling22 km
  3. 3Drangey23 km
  4. 4Málmey28 km
  5. 5Ytriey39 km
All islands in North Iceland →

Fuel

  1. 1Sauðárkrókur Borgarflöt8 km · 308.7 kr/L
  2. 2Sauðárkrókur9 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Hofsós15 km · 310.9 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Skagfirðingabúð9 km
  2. 2Hlíðarkaup9 km
  3. 3Kjörbúðin40 km
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Frequently
asked
questions

How do I get to Lundey?
Lundey is in North Iceland. 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 Lundey?
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 Lundey?
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 Lundey 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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