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Things to see in Sauðárkrókur (Iceland): 21 places and when to go
Sauðárkrókur is a town in Iceland, and this site lists 21 places in and around it, mainly Mountains (11), Nature (10), Museums and art (4). The best known are Skagafjörður, Glóðafeykir and Skagafjörður Folk Museum. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 21 h 44 of daylight, and in December, 2 h 15. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Iceland · 65.7464, -19.639
- Places
- 21 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Mountains (11) · Nature (10) · Museums and art (4) · Hiking (3) · Architecture (2) · Hot springs (2)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- November to April.
- Nearest airport
- AEY Akureyri, 72 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Hofstaðafjall, at 998 m.
What to see in Sauðárkrókur
The places in and around Sauðárkrókur, 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.
- SkagafjörðurFjord in northern Iceland18 km
- GlóðafeykirMountain in Skagafjörður, Iceland26 km
- Skagafjörður Folk MuseumMuseum and reconstructed farm in Sveitarfélagið Skagafjörður, Iceland16 km
- ÆsustaðafjallMountain in Iceland24 km
- GrísafellMountain in Iceland23 km
- HofstaðafjallMountain in Iceland19 km
- HryggjafjallMountain in Iceland9.5 km
- KolugafjallMountain in Iceland11 km
- RefsborgMountain in Iceland27 km
- Vestra-SandfellMountain in Iceland16 km
- EnnishnjúkurMountain in Iceland23 km
- HegranesLighthouse in Iceland5.1 km
- MálmeyLighthouse in Iceland29 km
- 1238: The Battle of IcelandMuseum887 m
- GrettislaugHot spring16 km
- GvendarskalHiking25 km
- Icelandic Emigration CenterMuseum20 km
- Icelandic Horse History CenterMuseum24 km
- Sundlaugin á HofsósiHot spring bath20 km
- ÞufnavellirMountains · Hiking15 km
- TrolliMountains · Hiking12 km
When to go to Sauðárkrókur
The best time to visit Sauðárkrókur 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.
- JanPossible4:02
- FebPossible7:47
- MarPossible11:10
- AprPossible14:53
- MayBest time18:32
- JunBest time21:44
- JulBest time20:08
- AugBest time16:24
- SepBest time12:39
- OctBest time9:04
- NovPossible5:17
- DecPossible2:15
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 21 h 44 of daylight, and in December, 2 h 15. In May, 21 of the 21 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 Sauðárkrókur
The nearest main airport is Akureyri International Airport (AEY, Akureyri), 72 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
- Skagaströnd6 places32 km
- Þingeyrarkirkja9 places41 km
- Siglufjörður15 places56 km
- Víðidalstungukirkja9 places62 km
- Akureyri44 places71 km
- Laufásbær10 places73 km
And all of Iceland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Sauðárkrókur?
The best known: Skagafjörður, Glóðafeykir, Skagafjörður Folk Museum, Æsustaðafjall, Grísafell. In all, 21 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Sauðárkrókur?
May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 21 h 44 of daylight, and in December, 2 h 15.
How do you get to Sauðárkrókur?
The nearest main airport is Akureyri International Airport (AEY), 72 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Sauðárkrókur as the destination and these 21 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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