In order to welcome you we have compiled information about your new hometown.
Get to know the town’s walking and cycling paths, activities and swimming pools but children under 18 get free access to pools.
Here you can find information about resources for children and families provided by the Municipality of Hafnarfjörður
Children and youth in Hafnarfjörður have access to good education, after-school activities and recreation activities.
Practical information about buses, waste collection, street cleaning, traffic, animal control and more.
Hafnarfjörður hopes to secure financial and social security for all residents. Find out what support is available.
Enjoy culture in Bæjarbíó cultural house, at various museums or attend exciting events.
You can stay at great hotels, hostels or at a family friendly campsite in town.
You can find a lot of outdoors activities and various recreations in Hafnarfjörður.
Check-out upcoming events, or register a new one.
Search for employees or available jobs in town.
Hafnarfjörður Town council consists of 11 municipal representatives. All town council meetings are broadcast live.
Here you can find the town's fees for children, sports and activities and support services.
Contact us with ideas, suggestions, problems or emergencies.
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Hafnarfjörður is a vibrant town with a diverse community where nature, history and daily life come together. A new home, new neighborhood, new streets, and new faces. We know it can take time to settle in, and we want to make those first steps easier. Here you will find people who strive to create an environment where everyone feels at home – whether you have just moved in, are returning home, or beginning a new adventure.
On this page, you will find practical information to help you get settled, explore local services, and make the most of what the town has to offer – all in one place. Whether you are looking for a preschool, outdoor areas, the library, leisure activities, or simply need to know where the service center is – this is the right place to start.
We look forward to living and enjoying life with you.
Welcome home.
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The Hafnarfjörður Service Center is the first point of contact for any questions about municipal services. We assist you with information about schools, sports, culture, welfare and everything related to life in the town. You can visit us, call 585-5500 or send an email. We are here to help.
Children in Hafnarfjörður grow up in a safe and vibrant environment where they can play, learn and thrive. School and leisure activities are diverse and built on equality, well‑being, creativity and responsible participation. The town places emphasis on offering everyone opportunities to discover their interests and use their free time in a meaningful way.
In Hafnarfjörður, nature and movement are always within reach. The town boasts a wide variety of sports clubs, swimming pools, playgrounds, and walking trails. It is easy to find your own way to stay active, enjoy the outdoors, and connect with your surroundings. Whether you want to run, walk, swim, climb, or simply take a stroll with a cup of coffee.
In Hafnarfjörður, we place immense importance on the well-being and success of children. The environment supports healthy development, safety, and happiness. Leisure activities, schools, and family services work together to ensure every child can grow, learn, and enjoy life. We believe that when children thrive, the whole community thrives with them.
In Hafnarfjörður we emphasize creating a community where everyone feels supported and safe. The municipality provides a wide range of social services for children, families, people with disabilities and seniors, and works continuously to ensure that the services are accessible, close at hand and meet the needs of a diverse community.
Hafnarfjörður is a vibrant cultural town where art and creative work flourish. The town offers a diverse cultural program throughout the year, and its cultural institutions provide space for art, literacy and history. Annual events shape the character of the town and make culture a part of everyday life, where residents can enjoy, discover and participate.
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