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While traveling in northwest Iceland, somewhere on the road to Saudarkrokur, we stopped to visit a horse farm owned by Hrossaraektarbuio Varmlaekur. No, I can only hope the spelling is correct. While there, we got to see this special breed of horse (they're developed solely in Iceland, where horses are forbidden from being imported, and any horses exported are not allowed to return) demonstrate the two extra gaits special to this breed, the tolt and the pace gait, or flying pace, when the horse reaches upwards of 30 mph. Both extra gaits offer a very smooth, comfortable ride. At one point, the rider went around the track brandishing a full glass of beer without spilling a drop as his horse performed the pace gait. It was a sight to see.
A small forest area in Sauðárkrókur frozen under a blanket of snow. Iceland 🇮🇸 #Outdoors #Iceland
Karuna Guesthouse

Karuna Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Litla-Gröf Skagafjörour Northwestern Region
Stay at this guesthouse in Skagafjörour. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attraction Skagafjordur Folk Museum is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (149 reviews)
Unbelievable views and tranquil location. We had a family room with bunkbeds, as well as two other beds and it was so spacious. My favourite part of the guest house was the great room, somewhere you can relax watch TV and have breakfast. The owners are incredibly hospitable and very responsive to ...

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

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Hotel Tindastóll and Annex

Hotel Tindastóll and Annex

3 out of 5
Lindargotu 1-3 Skagafjörour Northwestern Region
Stay at this hotel in Skagafjörour. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Saudarkrokur Heritage Museum and Molduxi are located ...
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550 Guesthouse

550 Guesthouse

2.5 out of 5
Kirkjutorg 3 Skagafjörour Northwestern Region
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The price is ￥18,800 per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
￥18,800
￥21,910 total
Mar 28 - Mar 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Skagafjörour. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Saudarkrokur Heritage Museum and Molduxi ...
8/10 Very Good! (57 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

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Brim guesthouse with ocean view in centre of old town

Brim guesthouse with ocean view in centre of old town

Sauðárkrókur Skagafjörður
Stay at this apartment in Skagafjörour. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Saudarkrokur Heritage Museum and Molduxi are located ...
Brim guesthouse with ocean view in centre of old town
Steinn Farm Private Apartment

Steinn Farm Private Apartment

3 out of 5
Reykjastrandarvegur Skagafjörour Northwestern Region
Stay at this vacation home in Skagafjörour. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Grettislaug and Saudarkrokur Heritage Museum are ...
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Hestasport Cottages

Hestasport Cottages

3 out of 5
Vegamót Skagafjörour Northwestern Region
Stay at this cottage in Skagafjörour. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
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Popular places to visit

Mount Maelifell

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Maelifell during your travels in Skagafjörour. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Mount Maelifell

Skagafjordur Folk Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Skagafjordur Folk Museum during your travels in Glaumbær. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.

Skagafjordur Folk Museum

Tourist Information Centre for Northwest Iceland

After visiting Tourist Information Centre for Northwest Iceland, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Varmahlid. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Tourist Information Centre for Northwest Iceland

Reykjafoss Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Reykjafoss Waterfall during your travels in Varmahlid. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Reykjafoss Waterfall

Hofsos Marina

Explore the waterfront in Hofsos with a trip to Hofsos Marina. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Hofsos Marina

Grettislaug

Enjoy an outing to Grettislaug during your stay in Skagafjörour. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Grettislaug

Things to do

Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall

Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall

￥13,770
per adult
Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall
Golden circle photo infused tour

Golden circle photo infused tour

￥216,715
per traveler
Golden circle photo infused tour
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