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.
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.
Automatic translation by Google Translate. We cannot guarantee that it is accurate.
Hafnarfjörður is popular among tourists. This harbour town has managed to maintain its cosy atmosphere and warmness, while still building diverse commerce and services. Today you can find numerous cafes and restaurants all over town, which all have their charm and uniqueness. Weekly events and entertainment are evidence of the town’s vibrant cultural life. A big role is played by Bæjarbíó (Town Cinema), and Gaflaraleikhúsið (the Gablers Theatre) along with Hafnarfjörður Museum, Hafnarborg art centre and Hafnarfjörður Library. Access to all museums is free.
Hafnarfjörður is in many ways unique, especially for the vibrant town centre, charming dock area and easy access to beautiful natural treasures. Some of them are within walking distance from the town centre: Hellisgerði, Víðistaðatún, Lækurinn and Hamarinn, to name a few. Many residents in Hafnarfjörður have the luxury of having Helgafell, Hvaleyrarvatn, Ásfjall and Ástjörn in their backyard and other residents have these treasures just outside the town limits. In the upper areas of town, there are adventures at every turn.
Hafnarfjörður is a friendly town, surrounded by lava and natural treasures. It has grown considerably in the last decade and has in a unique way managed to maintain a cosy atmosphere along with being active in welcoming everyone that visits the town.
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