Patreksfjordur

Patreksfjörður village is named after St. Patrick, a bishop from the British Isles who was the spiritual guide of the Westfjords first settlers. It´s the largest town in the southern part of Westfjords, operating as a service centre for nearby farms and villages.

Amenities in the village include a geothermal swimming pool, bank, guesthouses, restaurant, a cafe and a petrol station. As for many others villages in the Westfjords, Patreksfjordur offers many interesting hiking options.

Patreksfjordur is a good place for travellers interested in experience the peace and silence which is a prevalent characteristic for a typical fishing village such as Patreksfjordur is, but at the same time being able to experience the natural beauty that defines the area.

Population: 350