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Hnjótur Museum

Hnjótur Museum
  • N65° 33' 44.827" W24° 9' 28.645"
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  • Opening period:
    01/05-30/09

Hnjótur Museum in Örlygshöfn in Patreksfjörður, displays a unique collection of old items from the Southern Westfjords.

The museum shows the history of fishing, farming and everyday life in the area.

At the museum is an exhibition about the rescue of the British trawler Dhoon that stranded at Látrabjarg cliffs in 1947.

At the museum is an attractive cafeteria, souvenir shop and information center.

Opening hours: Daily from 10:00 - 18:00, May 1st to September 30th.

Please contact for visits outside scheduled opening hours (museum@hnjotur.is or 456 1511)

  • Credit cards accepted
  • Handy craft for sale
  • Internet access
  • Tourist information center
  • Walking path
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  • Public lavatory
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Hnjótur Museum

Hnjótur Museum

Hnjótur Museum in Örlygshöfn in Patreksfjörður, displays a unique collection of old items from the Southern Westfjords. The museum shows the history o
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