Nature

Brákarey Island Borgarnes

West Iceland, Iceland
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About this experience

Brakarey is connected to the mainland by a bridge. The island was named after Egill's nanny and Skalla-Grimur´s slave Thorgerdur brak, after Skalla-Grimur killed her and she drowned in the sea near it. From the island is a great view over Borgarfjord.

Specifications

  • Destination

    West Iceland

  • Country

    Iceland

  • Type of experience

    Nature

  • Best time to visit

    • Winter
    • Spring
    • Autumn
    • Summer

  • Nearby stations

    • Grundarfjörður Airport
    • Stykkishólmur Airport

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