Vestfjarðaleiðin

Stopping points, viewpoints and diversions; locations where the views are impressive and the driving experience is boast-worthy. Examples include: the pass between Hrafnseyri and Þingeyri; the road around Klofningur; Arnarneshamar Tunnel; and the Neshringur loop

Unique and unexpected places, museums, eating places, attractions and places to stay. Examples include: Samúel Jónsson Sculptures; Museum of Sorcery & Witchcraft; The Old Book Store; The Sea Monster Museum.

Hot pools, beaches, waterfalls, kayaking, whale watching. Examples include: hot pools Guðrúnarlaug and Hellulaug; Dynjandi Waterfall; boat tours to watch the whales and cliff birds; kayaking in Ögur and Ísafjörður.

Head up towards the sky to viewpoints, mountain passes, hiking routes/ tours and winter skiing. Examples include: Bolafjall; Kleifabúi statue at Kleifaheiði Pass; Dynjandi waterfall; the experience of flying into Ísafjörður; winter skiing; having a guide take you into the wild; hiking up to the Trolls seat, Naustahvilft or hike the old road to Bolungarvík.

The sagas, longhouses, museums and events. Examples include: Hnjótur Museum; Heydalur Guesthouse; Eiríksstaðir Viking Museum; Eldsmiðjan Iron making; Ósvör Maritime Museum; Jón Sigurðsson Museum

Evocative and emotive places, views and experiences that capture the essence of Vestfjarðaleiðin. Examples include: the aircraft at Hnjótur; Garðar BA64 Steel Ship; the red roofed A-frame sheep hut in Arnarfjörður; Puffins, Whales, Seals and Arctic.

The best eating places, coffee stops, excellent restaurants serving local produce and farm shops. Examples include: Erpsstaðir Dairy; Fisherman, Suðureyri; Tjöruhúsið; Restaurant Galdur; Sætt og Salt; Dokkan Brugghús; cafes such as Kaffi Sól, Litlibær, Simbahöllin; as well as Saltverk and Norðursalt