Discover the charm of Djúpivogur, a quaint Icelandic fishing village nestled in the stunning East Fjords. As a proud member of the “Slow Movement” community, Djúpivogur invites you to embrace the moment and savor its offerings at a leisurely pace.

Covering an area of 1,133 km², Djúpivogur municipality is home to about 460 residents. The region includes the sand-blocked lagoons of Álftafjörður and Hamarsfjörður, as well as the deep fjord of Berufjörður. While employment is diverse, many locals work in fish processing and various services.

The village of Djúpivogur is perfectly situated amidst a highly varied landscape, offering numerous outdoor recreational opportunities. The enchanting coastline features black, red, and light-colored beaches, stunning waterfalls, imposing mountains, lush valleys, and even small glaciers. Wildlife enthusiasts can spot seals resting on coastal rocks, colorful birdlife in accessible wetlands, and reindeer.

Djúpivogur is part of the international Cittaslow movement, which emphasizes values such as local culture, a humane and wholesome society, and an unspoiled, safe environment. The Cittaslow philosophy encourages taking time to enjoy life, with the orange snail logo symbolizing quality and a slower pace of life.

From Djúpivogur, it’s a scenic one-and-a-half-hour drive to Vatnajökull National Park, home to Europe’s largest glacier, where you can embark on trips onto the glacial icecap. A two-hour drive takes you to Jökulsárlón, where you can enjoy boat cruises among the icebergs in this surreal glacial lagoon.

Immerse yourself in the Cittaslow mindset and fully experience the beauty and tranquility of Djúpivogur and its surroundings.

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Birdwatching
The peninsula, on which Djúpivogur is located, is particularly suitable for birdwatching, with a wide variety of trails and two bird hides.
A bird brochure and map from birds.
is, the local bird society, is available at the information centre.
Museums
One of Iceland’s oldest trading stores, Langabúð (1790), now contains an array of museums, including an exceptional collection of works by the famous Icelandic sculptor Ríkarður Jónsson.
Auðunn’s stone museum has a unique assortment of East Iceland rocks and minerals and at the Gallery Bones, Sticks & Stones you can view zeolites, minerals, sculptures and many types of skeletons.
Gleðivík Eggs
Designed by the artist Sigurður Guðmundsson, these must-see sculptures represent the eggs of 34 birds breeding locally.
Handicrafts
A selection of crafts by native artists and designers are exhibited and sold at the stores Bakkabúð, Gallery Bones,­ Sticks & Stones and the JFS arts workshop.
Papey boat trips
Boats will take you from Djúpivogur at 1pm daily during the summer to an island of seals and puffins, and Iceland’s smallest wooden church.
Swimming pool
Visit Djúpivogur sports centre and enjoy a refreshing swim in the warm water or relax in the hot tubs.
Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and Vatnajökull glacier
Both are just a few hours’ drive from Djúpivogur.