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    About Egilsstaðir
    The hub of the east, Egilsstaðir is the largest town in the region and it’s home to all the services a traveler might need. Across the bridge is the sister town of Fellabær, and together the population for the twin towns nudges 3000 inhabitants. Transport connections are easy: Egilsstaðir airport has daily flights to and from Reykjavík, and buses connect to larger regional towns. Egilsstaðir makes a great hub for exploration – on its doorstep is Lagarfljót, a lake that may or may not be home to a monster, plus scenic hiking trails and roads to deliver you to neighboring fjords, forests, highland farms, waterfalls and wide open spaces. Just outside Fellabær is the newest addition to Iceland’s stellar collection of designer bathing spots, Vök Baths.

    Destinations

    Stuðlagil
    Stapavík by Héraðsflói
    Hafrahvammagljufur
    Eiðar
    Eyvindará river
    Lagarfljót and Lögurinn

    Things to do

    Local Produce

    Fjoshornid
    Fjóshornið is located at the Egilsstaðir farm, where the same family has engaged in farming for nearly 130 years. Skyr, yogurt and cheese is produced all year round, made out of cows' milk, but Fjósho…
    Móðir Jörð Organic Farm Guesthouse
    Móðir Jörð is an Organic farm in Vallanes offering accomodation in newly refurbished guesthouse with suites where design is based on using wood from the farm.   The Móðir Jörð products originate from …
    Askur Taproom
    Affiliated to Austri Brugghús, we are a local bar located in Egilsstadir in Iceland. We serve Austri Brugghús' beers! We are a cozy and modern bar that offers a great selection of beer, beer flights, …

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    Blöndubakki Blöndubakki 701 Egilsstaðir 895-8929

    Historic and Cultural sites

    Nielsenshus
    Geirsstaðakirkja
    Kjarvalshvammur
    Sænautasel highland farm
    Stapavík by Héraðsflói
    Lagarfljót Wyrm monster

    Food and Accommodation

    Hotels
    Guesthouses and Cottages
    Restaurants and Cafés
    Camping

    Practical informations

    It is important to keep a few things in mind when travelling in Iceland. It is necessary to keep up with the weather forecast, even during summer, and road conditions. You must get familiar with the Icelandic Króna (currency) and pack appropriately for the season you are visiting, you can expect all kinds of weather all year round. And there is no need to buy water because the tap water is great!

    How to get here
    There are several different ways one can take to reach the destination of Austurland. Whether it's by plane, car or even on foot we are sure it will be a journey to remember! 
    Icelandic króna and creditcard use
    Icelandic Water
    Icelandic Weather
    Road Conditions in Iceland
    What to Pack for the Seasons
    The weather in Iceland is unpredictable all year around so you must always be prepared for swift changes (sometimes often within a day). Remember to monitor the weather forecast and road conditions closely. Do you need ideas for packing? The trick is layering! Here’s a list of items you should bring regardless of the time of year you’re travelling.