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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Bridge Builders are intercultural assistants who provide hands-on support with registrations for families in Hafnarfjörður. Bridge Builders are available at the Service Centre at Strandgata 6, Wednesday 6th of May 8:30-10 and 14-15:30 where they assist in multiple languages: English, Spanish, Arabic and Polish.
This service focuses on helping families complete registrations related to vinnuskólinn, school, after-school care, extracurricular activities, and summer programs. If you need help navigating registration systems or filling out forms for summer leisure activities, Bridge Builders are there to support you step by step.
You are welcome to stop by in person or contact the team by email at bru@hafnarfjordur.is.
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