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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › AkranesAkranes - Wikipedia

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   Akranes (Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈaːkraˌnɛːs] ⓘ) is a port town and municipality on the west coast of Iceland, around 50 km (31 mi) north of the capital Reykjavík. The area where Akranes is located was settled in the 9th century; however, it did not receive a municipal charter until 1942.

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3. www.west.is › visit-akranes-and-hvalfjordurVisit Akranes and Hvalfjordur | West Iceland

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   Akranes is just a stone's throw away from the capital largest town in West Iceland with the population 7.421. Hvalfjörður (Whale Fjord),only 50 km from Reykjavik, gives an excellent opportunity to enjoy the unique beauty of Icelandic fjords,with its sloops, shores, canyons and waterfalls and its somewhat controversial history of whaling.

4. guidetoiceland.is › travel-iceland › driveAkranes Travel Guide | Guide to Iceland

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   Akranes is a port town in the west of Iceland, approximately 42 kilometres (26 miles) from Reykjavík. It sits at the tip of the peninsula separating the fjords of Hvalfjörður and Borgarfjörður. Explore these areas while on a self drive tour in Iceland.

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5. www.west.is › en › destinationsAkranes | West Iceland

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   Akranes is just a stone's throw away from the capital largest town in West Iceland with the population 7.421. The Museum Area at Gardar is without a doubt the cultural centre of Akranes and a popular destination for tourists.

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   Things to Do in Akranes, Iceland: See Tripadvisor's 1,467 traveler reviews and photos of Akranes tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Akranes. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

7. icelandtravelguide.is › locations › akranesAkranes Village - Iceland Travel Guide

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   Akranes Village. Icelandic landscapes are popular among the tourists and explorers of the world. The land of canyons and fjords has many places worth watching. The town of Akranes is another gem from Iceland that will let you experience an absolute thrill with its exquisite views.

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   Where is Akranes in Iceland?

   • Akranes is a port town in the west of Iceland, approximately 42 kilometres (26 miles) from Reykjavík. It sits at the tip of the peninsula separating the fjords of Hvalfjörður and Borgarfjörður. Explore these areas while on a self drive tour in Iceland. Photo from Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by Helgarun. No edits made.

   Akranes | Guide to Iceland

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   Where is Akranes located?

   • July 2008 aerial view of Akranes. Akranes ( Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈaːkraˌnɛːs] ⓘ) is a port town and municipality on the west coast of Iceland, around 50 km (31 mi) north of the capital Reykjavík . The area where Akranes is located was settled in the 9th century; however, it did not receive a municipal charter until 1942.

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   How to get from Reykjavik to Akranes?

   • You can also bathe in Guðlaug, a hot pool located in the rockgarden of Langisandur. From Reykjavik City Centre to Akranes 49 km. There is a regular bus service from Reykjavik to Akranes several times a day. Guesthouses, camping site, restaurant, café, museum, swimming pool and an 18- hole golf course.

   Akranes | West Iceland

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   Where did Akranes come from?

   • Akranes was settled in the 9th century by the brothers Þormóður and Ketill, sons of Bresi, who came from Ireland. The town started to form in the mid-17th century as a fishing village. In 1942, it was formally chartered, and in the following years it had the biggest surge in population in its history.

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9. www.tripadvisor.com › Tourism-g189953-Akranes_WestAkranes, Iceland: All You Must Know Before You Go (2024 ...

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   Akranes Tourism: Tripadvisor has 1,465 reviews of Akranes Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Akranes resource.