
south-iceland · Iceland
Eyrarbakki Village
About Eyrarbakki Village
Eyrarbakki is a historic coastal village that was once Iceland's main trading port. Today, it's a charming village with colorful 19th-century houses, a maritime museum (Húsið), and a scenic black sand beach.
Did You Know?
- ✔Historic trading port
- ✔19th-century architecture
- ✔Húsið museum (1765)
- ✔Black sand beach
- ✔15 km from Selfoss
- ✔Quiet, charming village
Tours Near Eyrarbakki Village
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Why Visit
Wander through a historic trading village with 18th-century houses and a maritime museum.
Did You Know?
Húsið, built in 1765, is one of the oldest surviving buildings in Iceland.
📖 Stories & Legends
Icelandic sagas and folklore from this area






