3 Best Sights in Westfjords, Iceland

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We've compiled the best of the best in Westfjords - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

The Museum of Icelandic Witchcraft and Sorcery

Fodor's choice

If you find the world of Icelandic witchcraft intriguing, this museum is a must-visit. Iceland has a unique place in the history of witchcraft as almost all the accused were men. This is only one of many curiosities of this terrifying time in the country's history, which mostly occurred in or around Hólmavík. Inside the small museum you'll find artifacts with morbid histories, exhibits with terrifying stand-ins, and a pair of necropants with a background so chilling we'll leave you to discover it yourself.

Old Blacksmith's Workshop

Fodor's choice

Opened in 1913, this blacksmith shop was run by Guðmundur J. Sigurðsson after learning the trade in Denmark. Today, it's a living museum that still has all of the old machines, and you can learn about blacksmithing as it was done more than 100 years ago. This is the perfect activity for a family with kids of various ages.

Hnjótur Museum

The exhibits at the Hnjótur Museum speak for themselves—there are no flashy additions, gadgets, or A.I. Learn all about the region's history through traditional garments, reenactments of British trawler rescues, and a full-size plane that's open to explore.
Örlygshöfn, Patreksfjörður, Iceland
354-456–1511
Sight Details
ISK 1,250
Closed Oct.–Apr.

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