Canonical URL: https://www.iceland.org/cities/grenivik Content updated: 2026-09-10 This is the Markdown representation of the page. Interactive tools and forms are available on the [HTML page](). Source-check and review dates retain the meanings stated in the article. --- # Grenivik and Laufas A quiet fishing village on Eyjafjörður's eastern shore, with the Laufas turf house museum nearby. Updated September 10, 2026 · [Published by Iceland.org]() · [Writing & review]() Population ~280 Northeast Iceland • Fishing village ## Quick Answer Grenivik, population about 280, sits on the east shore of Eyjafjörður, 35 km from Akureyri. The Laufas turf-house museum is the main sight nearby. Grenivik is a small fishing community on the eastern shore of Eyjafjörður, largely untouched by mass tourism. It is best known for the nearby Laufas turf house, one of Iceland's best-preserved examples of traditional rural architecture. Sources and page update Updated: 2026-09-10 Akureyri Museum publishes Laufas visitor hours and the shared museum ticket; check the dated schedule before visiting. For sourcing standards and how to report an error, see the editorial policy. Official sources to check - [Visit North Iceland]() - [National Museum Iceland]() - [Visit Iceland]() - [Road.is]() - [Icelandic Meteorological Office]() Region Northeast Iceland 35 km from Akureyri Population ~280 Traditional fishing village Known for Laufas Turf House Historic 19th century farmstead ## Top Attractions near Grenivik ### Laufas Turf House Historic farmstead museum with preserved turf buildings ### Laufas Church 19th century church at the turf house site ### Grenivik Harbor Small working fishing harbor ### Grenivik Swimming Pool Geothermal pool with fjord and mountain views ### Eyjafjörður Views Views across a long North Iceland fjord ### Coastal Walks Quiet shoreline walks along the fjord ## How to Get to Grenivik **From Akureyri:** 35-40 minutes via the eastern shore road of Eyjafjörður. A scenic drive with fjord views. **From Reykjavik:** About 5 hours via Route 1 (Ring Road) through Akureyri. **Note:** No public transport runs to Grenivik; a rental car is essential. ## Best Time to Visit Grenivik **Summer (June-August):** The best time to visit, when the Laufas turf house museum is open and the days are long. **Year-round:** The village maintains its peaceful atmosphere throughout the year, though some attractions have limited winter hours. ## Laufas closes earlier in fall than the Akureyri museums For 2026, [Akureyri Museum’s schedule]() lists the old farmhouse and visitor center at Laufas open daily 11:00–17:00 from May 25 through September 13. Groups can arrange visits during the rest of the year. A general “summer opening” label is not enough for a mid-September trip. The [2026 museum ticket]() costs 2,800 ISK for adults, 2,200 ISK for visitors aged 67 and over, and is free for under-18s. It includes seven museums in the group for the calendar year, including Laufas, Nonni’s House and Akureyri Museum. Keep the ticket if continuing into Akureyri, but check each site’s season: shared admission does not mean shared opening hours. Planning help ## Grenivik FAQs Quick answers with safety notes where it matters. **What is the population of Grenivik?** Grenivik has approximately 280 residents. It is a small fishing village on the eastern shore of Eyjafjörður. **What is the Laufas turf house?** Laufas is a 19th-century turf farmstead, now a museum of traditional Icelandic rural life with preserved turf buildings and a small church. **How far is Grenivik from Akureyri?** Grenivik is about 35 km from Akureyri, approximately 35-40 minutes by car via the eastern shore road of Eyjafjörður. **How far is Grenivik from Reykjavik?** Grenivik is about 420 km from Reykjavik, approximately 5 hours by car via Route 1 through Akureyri. **What is the fishing heritage of Grenivik?** Grenivik has been a fishing village for centuries, and the small harbor is still active. **What fjord is Grenivik located on?** Grenivik sits on the eastern shore of Eyjafjörður, a long North Iceland fjord, with views across to the Tröllaskagi peninsula. **What activities are available in Grenivik?** Visitors can see the Laufas turf house, walk the coast, and use Grenivik as a quiet base for the Eyjafjörður region. **What services does Grenivik have?** Grenivik has a small shop, guesthouse accommodation, a swimming pool, and the Laufas museum. For more services, Akureyri is 35 km away. [Back to Cities & Towns]() For national population totals and trends to put local figures in context, see our [Iceland statistics]().