Where is Seltjarnarnes located?

Seltjarnarnes is a township in the Reykjavik district. It has a population of about 4600 people and land-wise it is the smallest township in the country (2 km²). It is situated at the tip of the peninsula of the same name. While in the area, learn more about Reykjavik on a city tour.

How many schools are there in Seltjarnarnes?

There are two schools in Seltjarnarnes, Mýrarhúsaskóli and Valhúsaskóli . The Independence Party has had an overall control in the town's council since proper elections started in 1962. First Lady of Iceland Guðrún Katrín Þorbergsdóttir held a position in the city council for 16 years.

Where to eat in Seltjarnarnes?

Cupstone is located by the sea front in Seltjarnarnes. It was designed by the artist Ólöf Nordal who also is the artist behind the famous "Þúfa" at Grandi area. Rádagerði is a new neighbourhood café in a historic house outside Grótta in Seltjarnarnes. Open between 10-23 every day.

Where can you see the Northern Lights in Seltjarnarnes?

If you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of the northern lights. On the tip of Seltjarnarnes Peninsula, is a place called Grótta and there you'll find a popular lighthouse. Grótta was declared a nature reserve in 1974 due to its abundant birdlife. Bakkatjörn pond is a pond near Grótta in Seltjarnarnes, where many bird species reside.