Skagafjörður fjord is an area central to Icelandic history and culture. It is the site of significant civil war events during the 13th-century Sturlungaöldin, or the Age of the Sturlungs. The area was also important in key cultural developments in the following centuries. 
The fjord itself is about 40 km long and 15 km wide, situated between Tröllaskagi to the east and the Skagi Peninsula to the west. There are three islands in the fjord: Malmey Island, <a href="https://www.icelandtravel.is/attractions/drangey-island/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Drangey Island,</a> and Lundey Island (or Puffin island). Drangey Island was the hideout for the infamous Viking-age outlaw, Grettir Ásmundarsson. Grettir is the main character in the Saga Grettissaga.
There are many historical sites in Skagafjörður fjord, and in recent years there have been archeological excavations. Archeologists discovered graves from early Christianity in Iceland, as well as pagan (Ásatrú) Viking graves.
Today, Skagafjörður is one of Iceland&#8216;s most prosperous agricultural regions. It has widespread dairy and sheep farming, in addition to the horse breeding for which the area is famed. You might not believe this, but horses outnumber people in Skagafjörður! There are several farms in Skagafjordur that offer horse shows, farm visits, and guided horse riding tours. Skagafjörður is an ideal place to get acquainted with the versatile qualities of the Icelandic horse breed in its natural surroundings.
<h2>Things to do in Skagafjörður</h2>
There are several large glacial rivers in Skagafjörður that are ideal for river rafting. Summer rafting trips are available for all experience levels of participants. Guided horseback riding tours and farm visits are also popular activities. People interested in history should enjoy visiting places like Hólar&#8217;s collection of historical buildings, as well as the turf manor farm at <a href="https://www.icelandtravel.is/attractions/skagafjordur-heritage-museum-glaumbaer/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Glaumbær</a>. The 1238 Battle of Iceland virtual reality experience in Sauðárkrókur town introduces visitors to a pivotal 13th-century civil war battle that changed Iceland. Summertime boat tours take people from Sauðárkrókur to Drangey island to enjoy bird watching and Viking tales.  During the winter, people can enjoy skiing at Tindastóll ski area.

Skagafjörður Fjord

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