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The area called "I Fjordum" covers the
northernmost middle of the large peninsula between the bays Eyjafiord
and Skjalfandi. The fertile and well vegetated valleys and the coves
of the area are framed with majestic mountains, which were difficult
obstacles for the people, who inhabited the valley in the past. Poor
harbour conditions and difficult communications were the reasons for
the gradual and eventually the total abandonment of the settlement in
1944.
A 25 km long 4wd track lies from the Hofdahverfi County all
the way to the sea in the north into this summer paradise.
Nature lovers have no problems in finding enough to do, such
as bird watching, trout and salmon fishing and hiking. It is
necessary to bring tents along if a prolonged stay there is
planned. There is, however, a rescue hut there for
shipwrecked people, which is not meant for occasional
travellers. |