Region
Snaefellsnes Peninsula
170 km from Reykjavik
Stykkisholmur: Harbor Town on Snaefellsnes
The gateway to Snaefellsnes Peninsula: a colorful harbor town with ferry connections to the Westfjords and a part in The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.
Population
~1,200
Snaefellsnes • Ferry town
Stykkisholmur sits on Iceland's west coast, with colorful wooden houses, a modern landmark church, and the harbor where the Baldur ferry departs for the Westfjords. It appeared in The Secret Life of Walter Mitty and is the natural hub for exploring Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
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Last reviewed: 2026-03-03
Stykkisholmur is the main service hub for Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
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Population
~1,200
Largest town on peninsula
Known for
Baldur Ferry
Gateway to Westfjords
Top Attractions in Stykkisholmur
Stykkisholmur Church
Modern landmark with panoramic views
Library of Water
Art installation with glacier water
Breidafjordur Island Tours
Boat trips among thousands of islands
Norwegian House
Historic timber building, now a museum
Sugandisey Island
Connected by causeway, great views
Baldur Ferry
To Flatey and the Westfjords
How to Get to Stykkisholmur
From Reykjavik: 2-2.5 hours via Route 1 and Route 54 around Snaefellsnes.
From Westfjords: Baldur ferry from Brjanslaekur (2.5 hours).
Best Time to Visit Stykkisholmur
Summer: Ferry operates daily, island tours available, best weather for exploring.
Winter: Fewer services but atmospheric; Northern Lights visible.
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