The Hostel in Borgarfjörður Eystri is situated in the small town Bakkagerði, with appr. 150 inhabitants. Borgarfjörður has an extremely beautiful surrounding area and majestic mountains. Bakkagerði offers services like a grocery shop, gas station, restaurant and a post office. In the area there are many beautiful marked hiking routes. There are various possibilities of hiking tours, day tours or tours that take up to 5 days. The altarpiece in the church at Bakkagerði is made by the famous Icelandic painter Jóhannes S. Kjarval. In Bakkagerði is also a museum dedicated to his work as he spent a lot of his time painting in Borgarfjörður Eystri.
Opening times Open all year
Directions
Bus: During summer there are daily bus connections from Egilsstaðir to Borgarfjörður Eystri.
Parking: At or near hostel.
Location: For those who travel by car take road no 94 from Egilsstaðir, distance appr. 70 km.
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