Nature

The Whaling station

Westfjords, Iceland
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About this experience

Suðureyri is located in the district of Tálknafjarðarhreppur. Suðureyri is situated on the south side of the fjord of Tálknafjörður and was the location of an old whaling station built at the end of the 19th century by Norwegian whale hunters. The station was on and off operation for around 50 years until the year 1939 and is now deserted. During its busiest times around 110 people lived and worked at the station. Today the great buildings are grand monuments of times past.

Specifications
  • Destination

    Westfjords

  • Country

    Iceland

  • Type of experience

    Nature

  • Best time to visit

    • Spring
    • Autumn
    • Summer
  • Nearby stations

    • Bíldudalur Airport
    • Gjögur Airport
    • Thingeyri Airport

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