Álfaborg (Elf Rock) Borgarfjörður Eystri

About Álfaborg (Elf Rock) Borgarfjörður Eystri

Rising dramatically above the fishing village of Borgarfjörður Eystri, Álfaborg is one of Iceland's most famous elf dwellings. The mountain's vibrant orange, red, and purple rhyolite formations create an otherworldly landscape that locals have long associated with the hidden people. According to folklore, this is the residence of the Elf Queen herself, and many Icelanders refuse to disturb the rocks or build near the mountain out of respect for its inhabitants.