Top Things to do in Borgarbyggd
What to do and see in Borgarbyggd, West Region: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Borgarbyggd, Iceland including Grabrok Crater, Hafnarfjall mountain, Illugastaoir Farm, Eldborg Crater, Barnafoss, Ljomalind Farmers Market, Borgarnes Regional Information Centre, Glanni Waterfall, Troll Waterfalls.
Restaurants in Borgarbyggd
1. Grabrok Crater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 206 reviews
Reviewed By NZSITM - San Francisco, United States
This is a must-stop attraction along the Ring Road. On 7/8/19, my husband and I stopped by the parking lot and walked up the stairs to the top. The path to the stop is a boardwalk with gradual stairs and benches along the way. The 15-minute walk up was easy and enjoyable. Then we walked around the rim for the beautiful view (no boardwalk here). There are benches at the top where we enjoyed a snack and lingered. At the parking lot, there are no toilets, gift shop or restaurant, just big map signs. Walking Grabok Crater was so easy for us as compared to climbing the Hverfjall Crater from Dimmuborgir and circling the crater rim over rocky grounds the day before.
2. Hafnarfjall mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
The mountain Hafnarfjall near Borgarnes is part of the same extinguished central volcano as Skardsheidi and also about 4 million years old. The mountain is 844 m in height and its sides are rather eroded. Most of the mountain consists of basalt, but on the north side there is a small crag, which is made of granofyr. The name "flatfish" indicates its form. Let the children discover it!
3. 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.
4. Eldborg Crater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By leohking - Chelmsford, United Kingdom
What a wonderful hike! We visited here after seeing good reviews, to find it we put Snorrastadir Farm Holidays in google maps and it takes you straight to the car park. Free parking and also a warm building with toilets, showers and a kitchen area which was also free to use. The hike took about 1hr 45 for the round trip up to the crater. Clearly signposted start and fairly well trodden path in the snow. Compared to many of the spots in Iceland it was wonderfully remote and we only saw 2 others whilst on the hike. It was minimal incline until the last 5 mins of going up the crater itself which was a bit steep but had metal chains to hold onto and well worth the climb. Beautiful views from the top especially on a sunny day, I really would recommend including this on your Iceland itinerary, it did not disappoint!
5. Barnafoss
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By teddy1014 - Brooklyn, United States
You'll see tons of waterfalls in Iceland, but this one is a bit different than the rest, as it's really made up of hundreds of little waterfalls, and covers what seems like a mile of a river's bank. Definitely worth stopping by if you're nearby for the Víðgelmir cave or Krauma Baths. There's also a short hiking trail to see different parts of the falls, and a restaurant in the parking lot..
6. Ljomalind Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 38 reviews
Ljomalind Local Market is a regional market that offers great variation of handcrafted products and delicatessen from West Iceland. The market is a co-op and run by fifteen women that take turns volunteering at the market and in addition all produce products and sell at Ljomalind. Other sellers sell are local individuals that produce foods or handcrafted products and sell in commission. The Local Market aims to provide a local store that only regional products can be found. All products are seasonal and few are made of each idem so the market changes week from week. Most producers only sell at Ljomalind Local Market so items are unique and special for West Iceland region. Open daily year-round. From May - October from 10-18 and winter opening from October - may is every day from 12-17.
Reviewed By LizardSC - Mount Pleasant, United States
I was so excited to see the variety of items being offered in this market! Everything from handmade sweaters to soaps, lotions, Christmas ornaments, cheese, jewellery... Prices were fair, compared to other markets/shops. The lady working was very friendly and helpful, as well. Definitely worth a stop if you're looking for authentic Icelandic crafts and goods.
7. Borgarnes Regional Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 18 reviews
8. Glanni Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By kevinleach2016 - Sleaford, United Kingdom
This beautiful small waterfall is within easy walking distance of the Hotel Bifrost ,even in harsh conditions the walk is not too far or difficult and the scenery is fantastic. The waterfall is beautiful and well worth the hike
9. Troll Waterfalls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By 966williem - London, United Kingdom
Nice and quiet place to visit, You can visit the restaurant while you there, loads of troll stories on the troll trail
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