Visit West Iceland is responsible for marketing and promotion of West Iceland which is a friendly and tranquil area with a population of 17 thousand. Akranes is the largest town with a population of 7.500. The strenght of West Iceland lies in its natural wonders. The highlights include the Snaefellsjökull National Park, beautiful lava fields and caves, the most powerful hot spring in Europe, all kinds of waterfalls and mountains of all sizes and shapes.
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Visit West Iceland is responsible for marketing and promotion of West Iceland which is a friendly and tranquil area with a population of 17 thousand. Akranes is the largest town with a population of 7.500. The strenght of West Iceland lies in its natural wonders. The highlights include the Snaefellsjökull National Park, beautiful lava fields and caves, the most powerful hot spring in Europe, all kinds of waterfalls and mountains of all sizes and shapes.
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See the Northern Lights in West Iceland
West Iceland is one of the most rewarding regions for Northern Lights hunting. Its combination of dark skies, open landscapes, mountains, coastlines and low light pollution creates excellent conditions for experiencing the aurora. The Snæfellsnes Peninsula is particularly well suited, with several dramatic landscapes that make beautiful foregrounds for the lights. -
Snorri Sturluson Day
Every year, Snorri Sturluson Day is commemorated around the anniversary of his death on September 23, honoring one of the most influential figures in Icelandic history. Snorri was a poet, historian, chieftain, and statesman whose works have played an invaluable role in preserving the history, culture, and mythology of the Nordic world. Few individuals have had such a lasting impact on the safeguarding of the Norse literary heritage. -
Strong winds expected in West Iceland – strongest on northern Snæfellsnes
Strong winds and rain are expected across much of Iceland today, with conditions becoming particularly windy in West Iceland as the day progresses. The strongest winds are expected on northern Snæfellsnes. -
Icelandic Nature Day – Celebrating the Nature of West Iceland
Icelandic Nature Day, celebrated every year on September 16, is a day dedicated to Iceland’s unique natural environment and the importance of protecting and preserving it. The date marks the birthday of Ómar Ragnarsson, a well-known Icelandic journalist, broadcaster and passionate advocate for nature conservation. For decades, he has played an important role in raising awareness of Iceland’s remarkable landscapes and the need to safeguard them for future generations.