Red peaks, elf lore and one of Iceland's best puffin colonies.
Borgarfjordur eystri is a peaceful fjord of colourful rhyolite mountains, said to be a stronghold of Iceland's hidden folk, and home to a superb puffin colony.
A short boardwalk leads to a viewing platform where puffins nest just steps away through the summer.
East Iceland is reached by a short flight from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir, by the ring road from north or south, or by the weekly ferry into Seydisfjordur.
The places and moments worth slowing down for.
Watch puffins nest a few steps from the platform.
Mountains in shades of red, pink and gold.
Said to be a heartland of the hidden folk.
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Quick answers for planning your visit.
Borgarfjordur eystri is in East Iceland, Iceland. It is a fjord in the far northeast of East Iceland.
Borgarfjordur eystri is known for its puffin viewing platform, rhyolite mountains, elf folklore and excellent hiking around Bakkagerdi.
The best time to visit is june to August, and every season here has its own character.
Most visitors spend half a day to 1 day here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.