Region
Northwest Iceland
280 km from Reykjavik
Hofsos on Skagafjordur
Home to Iceland's most photographed swimming pool, an infinity pool overlooking Skagafjordur fjord, and to the Emigration Center, which traces Icelandic emigration to North America.
Population
~200
Northwest Iceland • Famous pool
Hofsos is tiny, but there is more to see here than in most villages this size. The infinity pool appears to merge with the fjord below, and the Emigration Center draws visitors from around the world researching their Icelandic roots. There are also historic warehouses and basalt columns on the beach.
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Last reviewed: 2026-03-03
The Hofsos pool is open year-round. Summer brings the clearest views of Drangey Island and midnight sun swims.
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Population
~200
Tiny village, major attractions
Known for
Infinity pool
One of Iceland's most scenic pools
Top Attractions in Hofsos
Hofsos Swimming Pool
Infinity pool with fjord views
Icelandic Emigration Center
Genealogy research and emigration history
Drangey Island Tours
Puffins and saga history boat trips
Basalt Columns
Natural rock formations on the beach
Historic Warehouses
16th-century trading post buildings
Skagafjordur Views
Fjord and mountain views
How to Get to Hofsos
From Saudarkrokur: 25 minutes via Route 76 along the coast of Skagafjordur.
From Akureyri: 1.5 hours via Route 1 to Varmahlid, then Route 75 and Route 76.
Day trip: Hofsos works well as a day trip from Akureyri or Saudarkrokur, combined with Glaumbaer turf farm.
Best Time to Visit Hofsos
Summer (June-August): Midnight sun at the pool, Drangey boat tours, and full museum hours.
Year-round: The pool is open all year. In winter you may catch the Northern Lights from the warm water.
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