Reyðarfjörður is the longest and widest of Iceland’s eastern fjords; more than 30 km. Long. Norwegians used to operate whaling stations along the fjord and fishing was frequented along the coastline. The town Búðareyri benefits from the shelter at the bottom of the fjord, where the harbour is naturally optimal. Thus in 1909, when the road through Fagridalur to Egilsstaðir was completed, it became a trade centre for the region.Today the Alcoa aluminium smelter is the main employer. During World War II, Reyðarfjörður was occupied by British forces. The remains of the occupation are fairly visible, ranging from an airport and old barracks to small gun shelters. In 1995 a War Time Museum was founded in an empty Freezing Plant and now extends to some of the old barracks. An interesting museum in a country that was never at war. A walk up to the waterfall in Búðará is recommended – as is the walk towards the town centre, along the ‘Love lane’. In the centre you will find the shopping centre Molinn (‘The Nugget’), and the restaurants at Fjarðahótel or Tærgesen, located in a couple of old houses, where history took place in every corner. Fishing at the local pond – Andapollur – is a relaxing occupation – and a hike to the friendly, sheltered area beneath the shrub-covered slopes of Mt. Grænafell is an absolute must.

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