The East Fjords are a little known region, we often stop before, at the Jokulsarlon on route 1, where you can experience these places in a short amount of time. However, the view of the fjords can be amazing, and some places deserve that you take the time to discover them.

Between sea and mountains: the East Fjords 

Grimsey is a small Icelandic island situated about 25 miles north of Iceland and the arctic polar circle runs through it. The spot is also ideal for watching bird colonies.

Crossing over the arctic circle on Grimsey island

Only open when the centre of the country is no longer under snow, Route F35 is one of the most legendary in Iceland: rocky and wild, it winds its way through the most desolate and mountainous regions of the island. An exceptional road trip of discovery during the summer months!

On the F35

The peninsula of Snæfellsnes, made famous by Jules Verne's novel Journey to the Centre of the Earth, contains most of Iceland's magnificent landscapes and is just a few hours' drive from the capital. In one day—or two, if you have the time—, you can discover superb panoramic views and various natural places of interest.

A day on the peninsula of Snæfellsnes

Skaftafell

Hekla

Gullfoss

A fishing village which specialises in shrimp fishing, the main economic activity of the majority of the villagers.

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I once went through Saudarkrokur during a tour of Iceland when I was travelling between Vatnses and Akureyri. I remember a village which lay all the way along the waterfront, a strong smell of dried shrimp, and a beautiful blue building in the centre which turned out to be the best restaurant in town: you can't miss it. Apart from that, the town had no great charm. It was just nice to drive through and stop there long enough for a short walk.  For Iceland, Saudarkrokur is actually rather large with almost 3,000 inhabitants. If you want to go hiking on the Skagi Peninsula, the town can serve as a great base. But I prefer accommodation in the countryside which is far away from everything so that I can fully appreciate the Icelandic nature.

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