Höfn or Höfn í Hornafirði is an Icelandic fishing town in the southeastern part of the country. It lies near Hornafjörður fjord. The town, the second largest in the southeastern part of Iceland, offers scenic views of Vatnajökull. The community was formerly known as Hornafjarðarbær between 1994 and 1998. Wikipedia
June to August: Mild weather, long daylight, ideal for hiking and discovering hidden fjords.
May & September: Cooler, quieter—great for photography and possibly catching the Northern Lights in retreating twilight.
October to April: Off-season serenity, snowy landscapes, and aurora watching, but be wary of icy roads.
By car: Roughly 5–6 hours from Reykjavík via the Ring Road—one of Iceland's most epic drives.
By bus: Seasonal services connect to major stops like Höfn, Vik, and Egilsstaðir.
Rent a car to explore the remote Eastfjords at your own pace.
Vatnajökull Glacier & Glacial Lagoons:
Jökulsárlón iceberg lagoon (~1 hour west) with floating ice and seals.
Fjallsárlón, another stunning lagoon.
Vestrahorn Mountain: Striking peaks reflected on black-sand beaches nearby.
Hafnarhólmi Harbor Area: Walk by colorful boats, seagulls, and fish-processing huts.
Eastfjords Scenic Drives: A network of winding fjords, small villages, and dramatic coastlines waiting to be explored.
Go on a boat tour among the ice floes at Jökulsárlón or Fjallsárlón.
Take a guided glacier hike or ice-caving tour, available seasonally.
Hike coastal trails around the fjords, with golden beaches and sweeping vistas.
Photograph Vestrahorn at sunrise or sunset—iconic reflections guarantee epic shots.
Drive the Eastfjords—visit quaint villages, find puffins, and enjoy serene coastal roads.
Options include guesthouses, boutique inns, and countryside cottages with glacier or fjord views.
Camping grounds nearby offer a scenic, no-frills stay in summer.
Book early in summer and aurora season—they fill up fast!
Höfn is famous for langoustine (lobster)—served fresh in soup, pasta, salad, or grilled.
Try local specialties such as:
Fresh-caught cod or arctic char
Skyr desserts
Homemade bread and rye pastries
Seafood shack-style restaurants often feature harbor views and hearty fare.
Höfn thrives on a tight-knit, fishing-centered community with strong pride in their glacial surroundings.
Residents respect nature’s power—this is a place shaped by ice, volcanoes, and fjords.
The town hosts the Annual Lobster Festival (Humarsumar) in early July, celebrating its ocean bounty.
Layer and bring waterproofs—southeastern Iceland weather can shift quickly.
Fill up on fuel and supplies before heading further east—some areas are remote.
Book glacier tours and lobster dinner reservations early during peak season.
Stay alert for wildlife and narrow fjord roads when driving—icelandic sheep, reindeer, and sheep crossings are common.