The municipality of Fjallabyggð came into being as an administrative unit when the community of Ólafsfjörður community and the municipality of Siglufjörður were merged in 2006. The population of Fjallabyggð is around 2.015.
The construction of the Héðinsfjörður tunnel, which links the two regional centres, has made the Tröllaskagi peninsula an ideal travel destination with plenty to offer. The distance between Ólafsfjörður and Siglufjörður is just 17 km.
Welcome to Siglufjörður
Siglufjörður is an area of spectacular natural beauty. The mountains and the fjords are awe-inspiring and the opportunities for outdoors activities and recreation are almost inexhaustible. Travellers who visit Siglufjörð will not be disappointed. The closeness to nature is always within reach, whether you wish to go on a hike, play golf, try ocean swimming, go skiing, surfing or angling on the lakes, rivers or the ocean.
There are many interesting sights and activities for tourists and for those who are interested in outdoor activities.
In Siglufjörður there is a flourishing cultural life. There are several restaurants, there are also numerous galleries and workshops, museums and our local church in Siglufjörður.
Welcome to Ólafsfjörður
Ólafsfjörður is an area of spectacular natural beauty. The mountains and the fjords are awe-inspiring and the opportunities for outdoors activities and recreation are almost inexhaustible. The still waters of Ólafsfjörður Lake often mirror Ólafsfjörður town, its surrounding mountains and the sky above. The closeness to nature is always within reach, whether you wish to go on a hike, play golf, try ocean swimming, go skiing, surfing or angling on the lakes, rivers or the ocean. There is a swimming pool, and an excellent natural history museum. In Ólafsfjörður is a flourishing cultural life. There are several restaurants, galleries and workshops and our local church in Ólafsfjörður.
