Flateyri is a village in the Westfjords of Iceland.
The village
Flateyri has been a trading post since the eighteenth century and saw its heyday in the nineteenth century. At that time, it was home to a fleet of decked vessels and a base for shark-hunting and whaling operations.
Fishing and sea angling
The fishing industry has always been vital for the villages in the Westfjords. In Flateyri, the tradition of fishing has been linked to tourism. The village has become a popular destination for foreign sea anglers. The fjord at Flateyri offers opportunities for kayaking.
The Old Bookstore
The Old Bookstore in Flateyri is the oldest original store in Iceland and is a fourth-generation family business. The Old Bookstore sells products and books from the Westfjords alongside goods from long-established brands from around the world. The merchant apartment of the founder of the Old Bookstore is in the building. Nothing in it has been changed since the founder died.
Isafjordur nearby
Isafjordur is the largest town in the Westfjords and a hub for reaching the surrounding area, including the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve. The towns around Isafjordur are Thingeyri, Flateyri, Sudureyri, Sudavik and Bolungarvik.
Checking road conditions before you set off
Road conditions and closures for Iceland are published by the Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration.
Use the Road Conditions to help plan your trip.
Comparing Westfjords tours
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