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Things to see in Höfn (Iceland): 32 places and when to go

Höfn is a town in Iceland, and this site lists 32 places in and around it, mainly Nature (27), Mountains (24), Architecture (3). The best known are Fláajökull, Lónsvík and Bleikitindur. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 20 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 32. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Iceland · 64.2723, -15.2139
Places
32 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Nature (27) · Mountains (24) · Architecture (3) · Temples (1) · Museums and art (1)
Best time
May to October.
Also possible
November to April.
Nearest airport
EGS Egilsstaðir, 119 km as the crow flies
Highest point
Grasgiljatindur, at 1,273 m.

What to see in Höfn

The places in and around Höfn, 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.

And the other 8, by what you come to do:

When to go to Höfn

The best time to visit Höfn 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.

  1. JanPossible4:49
  2. FebPossible8:05
  3. MarPossible11:13
  4. AprPossible14:41
  5. MayBest time17:59
  6. JunBest time20:27
  7. JulBest time19:19
  8. AugBest time16:05
  9. SepBest time12:37
  10. OctBest time9:16
  11. NovPossible5:51
  12. DecPossible3:32

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

In June there are 20 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 32. In May, 32 of the 32 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 Höfn

The nearest main airport is Egilsstaðir Airport (EGS, Egilsstaðir), 119 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

And all of Iceland, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Höfn?

The best known: Fláajökull, Lónsvík, Bleikitindur, Geitakinn, Gjánúpstindur. In all, 32 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Höfn?

May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 20 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 32.

How do you get to Höfn?

The nearest main airport is Egilsstaðir Airport (EGS), 119 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Höfn as the destination and these 32 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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Data from OpenStreetMap, licensed under the ODbL, from Wikidata, CC0, cities from Natural Earth and airports from OurAirports. Daylight hours are calculated from the latitude. More in credits.