Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
PIT STOP!
Halfway between Egilsstaðir and Borgarfjörður sits one of east Iceland's quirkier roadside
wonders: a pistachio-coloured hut surrounded by miles of nothingness. Built by a local
eccentric, the structure is simply a hut to house a solar-powered refrigerated vending
machine. If the power is off, flick the 'on' switch (we're not kidding) and wait two minutes
(you can sign the guestbook while waiting). Then, voila: a refreshingly cold beverage or
snack.
Festivals & Events
Bræðslan
MUSIC
Held in an old herring plant on the third weekend of July, Bræðslan is one of Iceland's best
summer concert festivals, earning itself a reputation for great music as well as its intimate
atmosphere. Some big local names (and a few international ones) come to play.
Past guests include Emiliana Torrini (who used to summer in Borgarfjörður), Damien
Rice, Of Monsters and Men and Mugison.
Sleeping
Blábjörg Guesthouse
GUESTHOUSE
( 861 1792;
www.blabjorg.is
;s/d without bathroom incl breakfast Ikr10,100/14,400; )
In a cleverly converted fish factory, this well-run guesthouse features 11 pristine white
rooms, plus guest kitchen and lounge. There's also an excellent apartment available. The
standout feature is the downstairs spa, Musterið Heilsulind (guests receive discount on ad-
mission).
Campsite
CAMPGROUND
(sites per person Ikr1000; mid-May-Sep)
This well-kept site has a kitchen, a washing machine and showers. The third night is free.
