Akureyri
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02 Jun
The church steps
We do much appreciate the work of our gardening-team which is working hard in tidying and planting flowers around in town.
29 May
Harlequin ducks
The harlequin duck (Histrionicus histrionicus) takes its name from a colourfully dressed character in Commedia dell'arte.
28 May
Spring cleaning
Great weather (+18°C) to clean the duck-pond and the surrounding area and to make the flowerbeds ready for the summer flowers.
15 May
Welcome to the Pool
Akureyri Geothermal Pool will re-open next Monday (18th May), but it has been closed since 24th March due to COVID-19.
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How to get here
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The flight from Reykjavík to Akureyri takes about 40 minutes and 4-5 hours to drive. The city busses are free of charge and we have no parking meters, just remember to get a parking-clock, available at the tourist information in HOF, at banks, some shops and gasoline stations.