"Once a village, now a suburb" Hafnarfjörður by yooperprof

Hafnarfjörður Travel Guide: 30 reviews and 86 photos

Hafnarfjordur presently has a population of about 20,000 - according to my Lonely Planet guide. That would make it one of the largest population centers outside of Reykjavik itself. Yet it retains its original sense of a small fishing community. This is a pleasant place to spend a hour or so while driving around the outskirts of the capital.

something fishy going on here

According to my guidebook, this was actually a trading center for the British in the 15th century, and later was controlled by the Baltic-based Hanseatic League. Now the international fishing industry seems to have taken over the seafront!

Last visit to Hafnarfjörður: Mar 2006
Intro Updated Apr 15, 2006
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Reviews (3)

secure from the elements - Hafnarfjörður

Corrugated Tin Houses Favorites (3)

In this town, you'll see plenty of the typical Icelandic houses with corrugated tin siding. I've read that they often... more travel advice

feasting and revelry here - Hafnarfjörður

Fj?ukrain Viking Restaurant Favorites (3)

Viking-themed restaurant hotel, right on the waterfront in the town center. My travel guidebook says that the waitstaff... more travel advice

Town Center Favorites (3)

There's a functional and convenient shopping area in the center of Hafnarfj?rdur. I got some money out of an ATM, and... more travel advice

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Comments (3)

craic May 24, 2007 at 4:20 AM Report Abuse

Putrid shark's meat! That's waste not want not!
deecat Apr 15, 2006 at 11:43 AM Report Abuse

Your "tongue-in-cheek" humor delights me. Interesting tidbits about architectural details. Restaurant sounds fascinating.
Dabs Apr 13, 2006 at 10:21 AM Report Abuse

So you didn't stop to see the Viking warriors and maidens? I would have HAD to eat there :-)