Egilsstadir is the largest town in East Iceland and the main service hub for the Eastfjords, on the Ring Road. It has a population of about 2,600 as of 2024. The town sits on the shore of Lagarfljot.
What and where Egilsstadir is
Egilsstadir is the largest town in East Iceland and the main service hub for the Eastfjords, on the Ring Road. It was established in 1947 as a regional service centre for the surrounding farming districts.
The hub of East Iceland
Egilsstadir serves as the main service hub for the Eastfjords. It has a population of about 2,600 as of 2024.
On the shore of Lagarfljot
The town sits on the shore of Lagarfljot, one of Iceland's largest lakes.
A base for the region
Egilsstadir is a common base for reaching Hallormsstadur forest, Vok Baths and the East Iceland Heritage Museum.
Visiting Egilsstadir in East Iceland
Egilsstadir is on the Ring Road in East Iceland. For trip options in the region, compare East Iceland tours.
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