Halló Akureyri

Winter Magic Before Easter

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:28:00 +0000

It’s been snowing heavily since yesterday, and this past weekend, the Northern Lights put on an unforgettable show!

Spring Equinox

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:17:00 +0000

Today (March 20th) marks the Spring (Vernal) Equinox, when the sun crosses the Earth’s equator, bringing nearly equal hours of daylight and darkness across the globe.

Trails freshly groomed

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:26:00 +0000

Kjarnaskógur is a small forest located just a 5-minute drive from the center of Akureyri and is one of the town’s most popular recreational areas.

Konudagurinn (Women’s Day)

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:55:00 +0000

This is a cherished annual tradition in Iceland dedicated to celebrating and honoring women. It took place yesterday (Sunday, February 22).

Winter Breaks in Icelandic Schools

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:31:00 +0000

In February, most schools across Iceland have a winter holiday. This year’s break takes place from February 18 to 27, making it a perfect time for a short family getaway.

Motorsport Festival – Bíladagar in Akureyri!

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:58:00 +0000

Iceland’s biggest celebration of motorsport is back!

The Arctic Tern Has Landed!

Mon, 12 May 2025 12:36:00 +0000

After an epic journey, the Arctic Tern has returned to our northern shores.

The Signs of Spring

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:11:00 +0000

As spring advances and the snow retreats, the plants begin to awaken.

Easter Program

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:18:00 +0000

Planning to visit us this Easter?

The countdown has begun!

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

We're just days away from welcoming back the first puffins to Grímsey!

iron cladding

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:35:00 +0000

Many of the old houses in Akureyri are covered with corrugated iron, a material traditionally used for roofing and farm buildings.

Hint of spring

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:36:00 +0000

A beautiful hint of spring is in the air these days, even though we are still in the midst of winter.

Happy Valentine’s Day from Akureyri!

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 11:16:00 +0000

Love is truly in the air here— even our traffic lights share the love!

Snowy Serenity

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 14:21:00 +0000

We’ve been blessed with wonderful winter weather recently!

Concerts in the Botanical Gardens

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:40:00 +0000

The Botanical Garden in Akureyri is renowned for its lush vegetation and is a must-see attraction when visiting our town.

A Good July for Akureyri

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 10:59:00 +0000

The temperature and sunshine hours in Akureyri during July 2024 were above average.

Flights from Manchester and London

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 15:39:00 +0000

Flights to Akureyri with easyJet from both London and Manchester next winter

Warm May

Tue, 28 May 2024 15:27:00 +0000

Since the middle of May, we have enjoyed great weather up here in the north.

The Arctic terns have arrived

Fri, 03 May 2024 09:42:00 +0000

The first Arctic terns of the season have arrived in the area.

The first day of summer - is today

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 11:56:00 +0000

"Sumardagurinn fyrsti" is an Icelandic term that translates to "the first day of summer" in English.