Museum of Natural History

Secret by Ásta - War Museum Reyðarfjörður

A Secret Heritage

Iceland is a peaceful nation. We have no army. We do not battle. Yet we have been influenced by the iron grip of war. In small town Reyðarfjörður in east Iceland there is a place that remembers. A collection of memories has been placed here to tell a story of a peaceful nation during times of war. It might surprise you to find out what it took to stay peaceful.

Music by Pascal Pinon

Fáskrúðsfjörður is often called the French town in Iceland.

Fáskrúðsfjörður is in the center of the east fjords, in between peninsulas Vattarnes and Hafnarnes. At the bottom of the fjord, there is a grassy valley with lovely arctic woodlands. The route from Reyðarfjörður along the coast is very scenic and should not be missed. It offers excellent views of the hollow cliff island of Skrúður. The island is home to a colorful birdlife, with the unique wonder the 'Puffin Cave' sheltering thousands of puffins and a great colony of Gannets that can be seen plunging like arrows into the water. The town at the bottom of the fjord goes by the name of Búðir, but everyone calls it Fáskrúðsfjörður.

The town became a trading post in 1880. From the latter part of the 19th century until 1935, the town was the main hub for French fishermen off East of Iceland. The town is famous for its French heritage and has a strong connection to its French counterpart, Gravelines. It is worthwhile to visit the French Museum and learn more about these historical connections. There used to be a French consul, a French hospital and a French chapel. It is also believed that France had a say in the fact that the district doctor was positioned in Búðir. The village road signs are also in French. Don't forget to visit the local Café which is known for great cakes and refreshments that can be enjoyed in cozy surroundings. An eligible place to stay is the farm Tunguholt.

Just outside the town is a graveyard, the burial place of 49 known French sailors. The former French hospital, erected in 1903 and notorious for being haunted, is currently being restored to its former glory.
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Hotel Eskifjörður

Hotel Eskifjörður welcomes you to the heart of the East Iceland.

Eskifjörður is a charming little town with a history rich in folklore, to which the many old buildings stand testament. Hotel Eskifjörður is newly opened and is situated in the centre of town with views across the fjord to the majestic Hólmatindur Mountain peaks.

Consisting of 16 double rooms, the hotel has been designed with your comfort and enjoyment a high priority and all local amenities are within short walking distance of the hotel.

The restaurants in Eskifjörður and the neighbouring fjords of Neskaupstaður and Reyðarfjörður offer great choice and diversity just a short car ride away.
Rich in natural beauty the local Hólmanes peninsula and other areas well known for their abundant birdlife are just a stone’s throw away.

Secret by Jens - Randulf´s sea-house

A Secret Shelter on the Sea Shore

Near the town Eskifjörður in east Iceland we remember the herring. We remember how this silver of the ocean brought us prosperity and work. We remember how it was to wait for it. To live for it and because of it. In a little abode by Mjóeyri you can catch a glimpse of the life of eastern fishermen and try your hand at catching this elusive fish. Then bring home your catch and let us prepare it for you. We’ll even make you a bed.

Music by Pascal Pinon

Bogga Lúnna 11/9/08

A poem in Icelandic by my grandmother Sigurborg Eyjolfsdottir.

tUnE-yArDs “Hatari” 10/18/2018 The Mayan

Merrill opened the show with Hatari.