Olafsvik is one of the oldest trading towns in Iceland. It has a harbour, shops, accommodation, and whale-watching boats. It also has a distinctive modern church with a steep, triangular roof.
An old trading town
Olafsvik is a town on the north coast of the Snaefellsnes peninsula in West Iceland. It sits below the Snaefellsjokull volcano at the western end of the peninsula, with the mountain Enni rising above the town.
Whale watching from the harbour
Whale-watching boats run from the harbour at Olafsvik. The waters off this coast are known for sightings of large whales in the warmer months. Seabirds nest on the cliffs and islands nearby.
Visiting Olafsvik and Snaefellsnes tours
The town has a harbour and is a service centre for the area, with shops and accommodation. The town church is a distinctive modern building with a steep, triangular roof. You can compare Snaefellsnes tours to see the current options.
Plan the journey
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