Grundarfjörður is a charming fishing town located centrally on the Snæfellsnes peninsula, surrounded by a stunning mountain range. Its most famous landmark, Mt. Kirkjufell, has gained international recognition, drawing photographers and filmmakers from around the globe to capture its beauty.

The natural surroundings of Grundarfjörður are rich with vibrant birdlife, breathtaking waterfalls, and excellent hiking trails. Visitors might also spot exciting marine life, including seals and whales, making occasional appearances.

The residents of Grundarfjörður are dedicated to ensuring a comfortable and memorable visit for cruise ship passengers and crew. In the summer, the town comes alive with various activities. The local Viking Association has created a small Viking village in the town center, where Viking age re-enactments often become the highlight for cruise ship visitors.

Grundarfjörður offers a range of services and attractions, including a swimming pool with hot tubs, a nine-hole golf course, restaurants, coffee shops, horse rentals, a pharmacy, a liquor store, a dry cleaning and laundry service, and a grocery store. At the heart of the town, near the pier, you’ll find an information center with a coffee shop and a heritage museum.

Snæfellsnes peninsula is about 90 km long and consists of a diverse and magical landscape with a magnificent mountain range of high rugged peaks formed by volcanic activity and shaped by the grinding force of the glacier, which is also an active volcano.
Snæfellsjökull glacier towers over the National Park at the far end of the peninsula and is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful mountains in the country.
Snæfellsjökull is believed to be one of the seven main energy centres of the earth, and has inspired many poets, writers and artists throughout the years, as well as filled them with its energy.
Snæfellsnes has a lot more to offer than the majestic glacier.
Points of historical and cultural interest are dotted all over the peninsula, with Cave Vatnshellir, The Heritage Centre in Grundarfjörður, the Norwegian House in Stykkishólmur, Bjarnarhöfn shark-curing farm and the ECO-tours from Brekkubær at Hellnar, being just a few examples.
The major West Iceland historical sights of Eiríksstaðir and Reykholt/Snorrastofa are also within driving distance from Grundarfjörður.
Volumes could be written about the natural and cultural assets of Snæfellsnes, but in short, these are mostly based on uniquely diverse geology, folklore, sagas, ecology and food.