アイスランド山脈のおすすめMTBライド

Húsið is a must for me when I'm in Isafjorður. The fish soup is simply delicious. Of course, there are many other delicious options.

At that time, fishing still played a major role here.

Doesn't differ significantly from the neighboring houses.

Hlíðarfjall Bike Park, in the mountains above Akureyri, is Iceland's only bike park. Open in summer, it offers a chairlift to take bikes up to almost 1,000 meters and some 40 km of trails: from technical tracks and challenging descents to smoother sections and even e-bike areas. The flagship descent drops more than 700 meters of elevation to the Glerá Valley, with stunning views of the fjord and mountains. It's the perfect place to get the most out of cycling in Iceland: varied terrain, a biker atmosphere, and the sensation of pedaling through a volcanic playground.

On the southern shore of Þorskafjörður lies Buná, a waterfall that cascades directly from the mountain into the sea. It's not one of the tallest or most famous waterfalls, but its location makes it unique: freshwater meets the fjord in a quiet corner, away from the crowds. A perfect place to stop, listen to the roar of the water, and experience the contrast between sea and mountains that defines the Westfjords.

– A stunning, narrow, unpaved road that runs along sea cliffs in Iceland's West Fjords. Carved into the rock and with very exposed sections, it offers spectacular views of the ocean and mountains, but requires a 4x4 vehicle and driving experience. It's only passable in summer and in good weather: a challenge for adventurers and lovers of extreme routes.

It's always nice to have to stand at a traffic light.

It's always nice to have to stop at a traffic light.