A seaside town of lighthouses below a flat topped mountain.
Akranes sits on a point of land across the bay from Reykjavik, with two photogenic lighthouses, sandy beaches and the broad slopes of Akrafjall behind it.
Reached quickly through the Hvalfjordur tunnel, it makes a relaxed first taste of West Iceland with sea air and big views.
West Iceland begins about an hour north of Reykjavik along the ring road, an easy self drive that opens up Borgarfjordur and the bays beyond.
The places and moments worth slowing down for.
Climb the old lighthouse for sweeping views over bay and town.
A long sandy strand for walks and a seaside hot tub.
A flat topped mountain with rewarding hill walks.
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Quick answers for planning your visit.
Akranes is in West Iceland, Iceland. It is on the coast of West Iceland, a short drive through the Hvalfjordur tunnel from the capital.
Akranes is known for its old and new lighthouses, the long Langisandur beach, the Akrafjall hiking mountain and a proud football and maritime heritage.
The best time to visit is year round, and every season here has its own character.
Most visitors spend half a day here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.