Top Things to do in Borgarbyggd
The 6 Best Sights & Landmarks in Borgarbyggd, West Region
Discover the best top things to do in Borgarbyggd, Iceland including Haafell Goats and Roses, Hestaland, Stori Kalfalaekur, Illugastaoir Farm, Hildartunshusin, Borgarnes Watertower Viewpoint.
Restaurants in Borgarbyggd
1. Haafell Goats and Roses
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By leanadawn - Reykjavik, Iceland
I'm a local who lives on the Snæfellsnes peninsula and although I had heard wonderful things about Jóhanna the goat farmer, I had never visited her goat farm. My partner and I decided to make the 1.5 hour drive to her place on a warm summer day. After arriving there around 3 pm, I think we ended up staying at Háafell until just before it closed at 6. The weather was mild with little wind, and this was perfect for hanging out in the field where the goats graze, lay, and take in the sun. Upon arrival, we met Jóhanna herself, who directed us to join a tour that was about to leave. Tours cost 1500 kr and we were happy to support Jóhanna's mission of restoring this nearly-extinct unique breed of goats back to Iceland. After meeting up with the guide, we walked around with her while she (in Icelandic) told us about how this farm came to be and how Icelandic goats are something very special. I'm used to goats being very "hyperactive" but this group was friendly and subdued. The goats are raised in a calm environment - it is forbidden for young visitors to chase the goats or frighten them - but everyone is welcome to pet or even pick up willing new goat friends. Once the short tour was done, we walked around the pasture and met a variety of nanny goats and their kids along with the occasional billy goat. They are beautiful and oh so soft! We relaxed in the grass and enjoyed the tranquil environment that is Háafell. When it was time to go, we returned to the little shop / reception area to sample goat sausage, goat cheese, and the various wonderful oils, soaps, and more that Jóhanna produces using nearby flora. If it wasn't a bit of a long drive from where I'd live, I'd go back to Háafell in a heartbeat on another sunny day. Takk fyrir mig, Jóhanna!
2. Hestaland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
Farm visit to Hestaland. We offer groups to come to our barn to meet the Icelandic horse in person. TRAIL RIDES We offer riding lessons and trail rides. Half-day tour includes a light lunch. Multi-day tours (Treks) read more about our treks on our website
Reviewed By cvsimard - Newburyport, United States
Love their attention to matching horses and riders, and the ability to spend some time getting to know your horse around the farm before setting out on the countryside with a free herd. It makes for a much more confident and comfortable ride, so you can enjoy all the aspects of the adventure..Safe and Quality horses, beautiful countryside rides, new saddles, knowledgeable trainers who lead the way, and fantastic guest house at the end of the day, what more could you ask for!
3. Stori Kalfalaekur
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Stori-Kalfalækur is a family-run farm located on the eastern edge of the Snæfellsnes peninsula. It is situated in rich farmland close to the ocean and the wonderful beaches of the Snæfellsnes peninsula. We offer multi-day riding tours for guests during the summer months since 1987. Upon request we always endeavor to fulfil wishes outside the standard programme, such as short rides or workshops.
4. Illugastaoir Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By fisici-mi - Milan, Italy
Nice farm with a campsite on the northern tip of the Vatnsnes peninsula (no relationship with Bifrost in fact) around 25 kilometres north of Hvammstangi on the 711 gravel road running on the Vatnsnes coast (see also Svalbard and Hvitserkur for more seals watching). A large colony of seals live on a stretch of rocks few meters off the shore, very easy to observe. Few binoculars are available for visitors in an observation hut on the coast. The seals encounter is quite an experience indeed. They seem to be totally happy and relaxed, enjoying the sun together in small groups. A couple of centuries ago the farm was the scene of a lurid story of social class bullying and violence, ending up in a dual murder and the effort of the killer to set fire to the farm trying to hide the crime. Quite obviously in the tranquil rural Icelandic environment the story had a tremendous impact and the memory is still alive.
5. Hildartunshusin
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
