Svalbarðseyri - Village and Shore Walk Hiking trail
An enjoyable and easy walk along the shoreline and through the village. Benches are available at several points along the route, offering perfect spots to sit, relax, and take in the surroundings.
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Region
Norðurland, Svalbarðsströnd
Starting point
The Lighthouse
Markings
Sign(s) at the starting point of the trail
Duration
30 - 60 minutes
Surface
- Pavement - e.g. asphalt or concrete
- Gravel
- Wood chips
- Mixed surface - e.g. soil, stones, grass
Obstacles
Step - A step, ledge, stair or low ledge that must be stepped on
Hazards
No hazards on the way
Service on the trail
No service
https://www.northiceland.is/is/afangastadir/baeir-thorp/svalbardseyri
Lighting
Unilluminated
Period
Open all seasons
The walk begins at the lighthouse by the shoreline and follows a pleasant path north along the coast. There are numerous opportunities to wander down to the beach, enjoy the fresh sea air, and enjoy the views both up and down Eyjafjörður fjord.
Continue past the second pond, Tungutjörn, and follow the old access road toward Helgafell. From there, turn south onto a gravel track leading to Tjarnartún. At the junction, turn left onto Bakkatún and continue along a path that passes a small woodland area and follows the Valsá River.
The route then turns south through the residential neighbourhood, following paths between Laugartún and Smáratún before connecting with a trail that leads back down to the shore and the starting point.
Along the hillside, visitors are treated to views of Svalbarðskirkja Church and the farm of Svalbarð, home to a well-established dairy farm.