Akranes is full of life and fun to visit!

Akranes bustles with life the year round. This friendly town, sheltered by the picturesque Mt. Akrafjal, is the service centre for West Iceland but most of all a town of nature and culture. It lies just across the blue straits and is visible from Reykjavík on a clear day. There’s a lot to see and do in Akranes but most Icelanders probably connect Akranes to everything that has to do with sports and outdoor activities. Akranes is famous in Iceland for it’s achievements on the football field, but the town also boasts an 18 hole golf course and first class swimming facilities. Akranes is also a town of culture and education offering a lot of interesting cultural events throughout the year. Take a look at what we have to offer - come visit us and experience it first hand!