Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Between Rif and Hellissandur, spot the lonely
church
(built 1903) at
Ingjaldshóll
, the
setting of
Víglundar Saga
. If the church doors are open, you can see a
painting
depicting
Christopher Columbus' possible visit to Iceland in 1477; it's thought he came with the
merchant marine and inquired about Viking trips to Vinland.
Sleeping & Eating
Frystiklefinn
HOSTEL
( 865 9432;
www.frystiklefinn.is
;
Hafnargata 16;dm Ikr4600)
This quirky new joint combines austere six-bed dorms with a cool theatre and live music
venue. In summer there's an active program of plays, storytelling and music. Check online
for the schedule, and for winter opening.
Gamla Rif
CAFE
( 436 1001;Háarifi 3;cakes from Ikr850, fish soup Ikr1900; noon-8pm Jun-Aug)
Gamla Rif is run by two fishermen's wives who have perfected a variety of traditional
snacks. They dispense local travel tips with a smile, and serve tasty coffee and cakes. They
also make a mean fish soup (from their husbands' daily catch) with fresh bread, if you're
feeling peckish.
Hellissandur
Pop 396
Hellissandur is the original fishing village in the area. There's not much to it any more, ex-
cept great views of the glacier and fjord.
Sights
Sjómannagarður
MUSEUM
(Maritime Museum; 436 6619;Útnesvegur;adult/child Ikr500/free; 9.30am-noon & 1-6pm Tue-
Fri, 1-6pm Sat & Sun Jun-mid-Aug, 1-6pm Tue-Sun mid-Aug-mid-Sep)
