Dalvík is on the Tröllaskagi peninsula and has access to the ocean. The town has hiking routes for different abilities, a large fishing and commercial port, and activities including skiing, golf, whale watching and horseback riding.
A town on Tröllaskagi
Dalvík sits on the Tröllaskagi peninsula, with access to the ocean. Many hiking routes are found in and around the town, and these routes are suited to different abilities.
The harbour and the Grímsey ferry
Dalvík harbour is a large fishing and commercial port. The ferry Sæfari sails from Dalvík to Grímsey, Iceland's northernmost community, which lies on the Arctic Circle.
Pool, museum, skiing and the sea
Dalvík has a swimming pool, the folk museum Hvoll, skiing facilities and a golf course. Sea angling, whale watching and horseback riding are also available in Dalvík.
For the whale trips from the harbour, see the Dalvík whale watching guide.
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