The old corrugated iron building

Hafnarfjörður boasts the largest continuous settlement of corrugated iron-clad timber houses in the country. Much of the town's original layout remains, where houses were built on suitable sites in the lava field, with the streets laid out later.

Walking routes

It is ideal to stroll around the West End, visit East Street and Hverfisgata and experience the houses and the surroundings. In The app A walking tour of East Street can be found, where you can experience „old Hafnarfjörður“ in a fun way and learn about the town's history and culture at the same time.