SOUTH ICELAND
Selfoss area – Stay closer to nature 67 OUTDOORS 2021
A suspension bridge over Ölfusá River was built in 1945. The bridge is 84 meters long and is in the town Selfoss
Selfoss Area Information Center Austurvegur 2, Selfoss (in the library) Open Monday - Friday from 09:00-18:00.
he towns of Selfoss, Eyrarbakki and Stokkseyri are going to be busy places this summer with a variety of events scheduled. It’s a perfect opportunity to take in the southern part of Iceland and its areas of natural beauty, as well as to experience the number of local festivals taking place. There is ample room for visitors, with many camping sites, hotels and guest houses. Selfoss is the largest service hub in the region with shops, restaurants and a choice of entertainments. Among the most popular attractions is the swimming pool with plenty of play areas for children, relaxation opportunities in the hot tubs and in the saunas and steam
Saturday from 10:00-14:00. Tel: +354 480 1900 www.arborg.is
Built in 1938-1939, the Knarrarósviti lighthouse was the first one in Iceland to be built out of reinforced concrete
baths. There are also the golf course, the Fischer Centre and the many walking, cycling and riding routes. A small but special swimmign pool is at the heart of Stokkseyri and the Við Fjöruborðið restaurant is also centrally placed. The shoreline is always worth a visit and this is well known for its natural beauty, plus there is the world-class hunting museum and a good walk to the Knarrarós lighthouse or the Baugsstaðir Creamery is always worthwhile. Eyrarbakki’s historic House is at the centre of the community and this is home to the district’s museum, close by the local seafaring museum. The Saga Music Hall and the Rauða húsið restaruant are also at the heart of this town and an information centre has recently been opened at the Staður community centre, next to the sea defences and right next to Rauða húsið. Eyrarbakki has plenty of available accommodation for those who are looking for the district’s evening tranquillity. www.arborg.is
The church at Eyrarbakki
