Djupivogur
Country:
Iceland
Currency:
Icelandic Krona
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Overview Of The Port Of Djupivogur
About Djupivogur
Djupivogur is a small town located on a peninsula in eastern Iceland, which is located between the North Atlantic and the Arctic Ocean.
Djupivogur is a typical, small Icelandic fishing village, tourism and fishing are the main trades here.
Djupivogur offers easy access to Vatnajokull, which is the biggest glacier in Europe, where visitors experience the magical scenery of the lagoon and landscape of south east Iceland.
This area is also rich in birdlife and a safari tour is another popular option to discover the unspoilt scenery and wildlife.
Another excursion is the 4 hour round trip to the island of Papey. It takes an hour each way, with a two hour guided tour around the island. During the journey, it is likely you will spot puffins, seals and a variety of birdlife as well as dolphins and whales if you are lucky. There is only one sailing per day with limited numbers available so booking is essential.
The oldest house in Djupivogur is made of logs and was originally built in 1790. It has been renovated and is now the cultural centre of the town and houses a museum as well as a gallery for local crafts and a coffee shop.
The outdoor egg sculpture, Eggin í Gleðivík, by the world famous Icelandic artist Sigurður Guðmundsson, is located on the coast, about 1km from the centre of the village.
The Búlandsnes bird sanctuary is where you can observe most Icelandic birds nesting in their natural habitat close by.
Join the Papey bird and seal watching boat tour or hike in the mountains and fjords in the vicinity.
If you want a genuine Icelandic souvenir, visit JFS handcraft were the artist, Jon creates items from local material by hand, from buttons made of reindeer horns, necklaces from the rocks around Djupivogur and earrings ram horn. He also has an impressive stone collection.
There are limited dining options here however, fresh fish and seafood dishes such as salmon, fish soup and lobster along with homemade bread and cakes are offered on local menus.
Djupivogur is a typical, small Icelandic fishing village, tourism and fishing are the main trades here.
Djupivogur offers easy access to Vatnajokull, which is the biggest glacier in Europe, where visitors experience the magical scenery of the lagoon and landscape of south east Iceland.
This area is also rich in birdlife and a safari tour is another popular option to discover the unspoilt scenery and wildlife.
Another excursion is the 4 hour round trip to the island of Papey. It takes an hour each way, with a two hour guided tour around the island. During the journey, it is likely you will spot puffins, seals and a variety of birdlife as well as dolphins and whales if you are lucky. There is only one sailing per day with limited numbers available so booking is essential.
The oldest house in Djupivogur is made of logs and was originally built in 1790. It has been renovated and is now the cultural centre of the town and houses a museum as well as a gallery for local crafts and a coffee shop.
The outdoor egg sculpture, Eggin í Gleðivík, by the world famous Icelandic artist Sigurður Guðmundsson, is located on the coast, about 1km from the centre of the village.
The Búlandsnes bird sanctuary is where you can observe most Icelandic birds nesting in their natural habitat close by.
Join the Papey bird and seal watching boat tour or hike in the mountains and fjords in the vicinity.
If you want a genuine Icelandic souvenir, visit JFS handcraft were the artist, Jon creates items from local material by hand, from buttons made of reindeer horns, necklaces from the rocks around Djupivogur and earrings ram horn. He also has an impressive stone collection.
There are limited dining options here however, fresh fish and seafood dishes such as salmon, fish soup and lobster along with homemade bread and cakes are offered on local menus.
Cruise Terminal
Most cruise ships are required to anchor and tender passengers ashore to the tender dock. Smaller vessels may be able to dock at the quay.
The gangway at the tender pier is steep so extra care is needed.
Maps are usually handed out at the pier area.
The gangway at the tender pier is steep so extra care is needed.
Maps are usually handed out at the pier area.
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