Attractions
One of Eskifjörður’s charms is its accessibility to some of the jewels of East Iceland. For instance, a short way east along the coast you reach one of the world's most famous Iceland spar mines, where the largest spar crystals have been found. Reyðarfjörður fjord where the Icelandic Wartime Museum is provides insights into Icelandic life during the World War II era. An easy drive south takes you to Fáskrúðsfjörður fjord and village, known for its French connections, including a 49-grave cemetery from the days when the French fished regularly in Icelandic waters.
Rising above the south shore of that fjord is the geologically remarkable and internationally known mountain of Sandfell. The picturesque road below it soon leads you to the village and fjord of Stöðvarfjörður, which tourists visit from far and wide to see the magnificent rock collection gathered locally by one diligent woman, Petra.
Neskaupstaður, to the north of Eskifjörður, is the largest fishing village in East Iceland. Boat trips are available from there to tour the scenic fjords along the bay or even to go around the headland to Mjóifjörður fjord, one of East Iceland’s most isolated treasures.