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Things to see in Djúpivogur (Iceland): 10 places and when to go
Djúpivogur is a town in Iceland, and this site lists 10 places in and around it, mainly Nature (6), Mountains (6), Architecture (2). The best known are Krosstindur, Núpstindur and Sátur. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 20 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 16. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Iceland · 64.6567, -14.2854
- Places
- 10 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (6) · Mountains (6) · Architecture (2) · Museums and art (1) · Hot springs (1)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- November to April.
- Nearest airport
- EGS Egilsstaðir, 70 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Hrossatindur, at 981 m.
What to see in Djúpivogur
The places in and around Djúpivogur, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- KrosstindurMountain in Iceland10 km
- NúpstindurMountain in Iceland12 km
- SáturMountain in Iceland14 km
- SmátindafjallMountain in Iceland9.8 km
- SteinketillMountain in Iceland7.0 km
- HrossatindurMountain in Iceland9.5 km
- KarlsstaðatangiLighthouse in Iceland4.4 km
- PapeyLighthouse in Iceland9.0 km
- Auðunn's Mineral CollectionMuseum2 m
- DjúpavogskörinHot spring2.7 km
When to go to Djúpivogur
The best time to visit Djúpivogur is May to October; also possible: November to April. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible4:38
- FebPossible8:01
- MarPossible11:12
- AprPossible14:44
- MayBest time18:07
- JunBest time20:43
- JulBest time19:30
- AugBest time16:09
- SepBest time12:37
- OctBest time9:13
- NovPossible5:43
- DecPossible3:16
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 20 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 16. In May, 10 of the 10 places are at their best.
When to go to Iceland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Djúpivogur
The nearest main airport is Egilsstaðir Airport (EGS, Egilsstaðir), 70 km as the crow flies. How to get around Iceland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Stöðvarfjörður12 places28 km
- Neskaupstaður12 places61 km
- Höfn32 places62 km
- Egilsstaðir17 places68 km
- Kaupfélagslóð13 places99 km
- Sigurðarskáli6 places112 km
And all of Iceland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Djúpivogur?
The best known: Krosstindur, Núpstindur, Sátur, Smátindafjall, Steinketill. In all, 10 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Djúpivogur?
May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 20 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 16.
How do you get to Djúpivogur?
The nearest main airport is Egilsstaðir Airport (EGS), 70 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Djúpivogur as the destination and these 10 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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