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SELFOSS

Selfoss, pop. 8.832 is the largest town in South Iceland and the main center of trade and industry. The distance from the capital is 57 km and various options are available for anyone who wants to stay in this friendly town. A number of restaurants and cafés are situated in the heart of Selfoss, along with various kinds of shops. The town also has an outdoor swimming pool with a sauna and hot tubs. North of Selfoss you will find the recreation forest of Hellisskógur with interesting footpaths alongside Ölfusá River. On the far side bank of that same river, you can also find a 9-hole golf course. In Selfoss, you can find all types of accommodation.

ÁRBORG
The Municipality of Árborg was established in 1998. It consists of the town Selfoss, the villages of Eyrarbakki, Stokkseyri, and the Sandvík area. This region offers great options for recreation and relaxation including a wide selection of restaurants, cafés, art galleries, museums, and swimming pools, as well as a 9-hole golf course in Selfoss. A perfect location for any visitor who wants to stay closer to nature and explore unique landscapes such as large lava fields and black sand beaches.

The Árborg area has a population of 10.346 people (September 2020).

Highlights in SELFOSS

Family activities
Interesting places in Selfoss area
Wildlife
Culture and Arts in Selfoss area
Walking trails
Events
The South Coast Lighthouse Trail
Fröken Selfoss

Fröken Selfoss

Fröken Selfoss is an atmospheric place with small dishes in "Nordic tapas" style. Tapas is a very casual way of cooking and is best characterized by t
Selfoss Center

Selfoss Center

Some towns are old, and some are new. But in Selfoss, the past connects with the present in a truly unique way. We look forward by looking back.  35 h
Groovís

Groovís

Groovís offers a memorable experience and great desserts consisting of colorful and fun combinations of ice cream, mini donuts, and cotton candy.  We
Samúelsson matbar

Samúelsson matbar

Samúelsson Matbar is a restaurant in Selfoss food hall. We have a true passion for cooking and focus on beautiful, colorful, and, above all, tasty foo
The Old Dairy Selfoss

The Old Dairy Selfoss

The Old Dairy Selfoss - Mjólkurbúið in Selfoss is a true food culture house. Food hall with 8 restaurants, a beer garden, a wine bar, and an exhibitio
Skyrland

Skyrland

Skyrland immerses your senses in the world of skyr, Iceland’s unique superfood. A journey of sights, scents and tastes, you’ll discover a 1000-year st
South Center

South Center

Welcome to South Center - the heart of downtown Selfoss! Serving as the epicenter of local wisdom and insight, our tourist center is more than just a
Selfoss Area Information Office

Selfoss Area Information Office

The Selfoss Information Office is located in Árborg's town hall, Austurvegi 2. The information center serves residents and tourists all year round. Fr
Hotel Selfoss

Hotel Selfoss

Hótel Selfoss A stone´s throw from Reykjavik and a perfect base from which to explore Iceland´s exotic south. Hotel Selfoss is located on the banks o
Selfoss Town Tours

Selfoss Town Tours

Selfoss Town Tours is a new tour company located in the town of Selfoss. We specialize in history- and food tours around our town with an experienced
Hotel South Coast

Hotel South Coast

Hotel South Coast is a newly opened hotel located next to the new downtown area of Selfoss which offers a plethora of restaurants and shops.   Hotel S

Motivo

Handverksskúrinn

Handverksskúrinn

On June 1, 2010, twelve women from South–Iceland joined together and founded this handcraft- organization. Today the group consists of 8 women and we
Ölfusárbrú - suspension bridge

Ölfusárbrú - suspension bridge

Ölfusárbrú is a suspension bridge over the Ölfusá River that was first built in 1891 and became the largest bridge in Iceland at the time. In Septembe
Visit South Iceland

Visit South Iceland

South Iceland Marketing Office Visit South Iceland Ltd., also known as South Iceland Marketing Office is responsible for tourism, marketing and promot
Ölfusá river

Ölfusá river

Ölfusá river is the most voluminous in Iceland, with an average flow of 423 m³/sec.  Three large floods occurred in the 20th century, and beside the r
Selfosskirkja - church

Selfosskirkja - church

Selfoss Church was built from 1952 to 1956 and consecrated on Palm Sunday, 25 March 1956. It was designed by the headmaster of the Technical College i
Selfoss Swimming Pool

Selfoss Swimming Pool

The Selfoss Public Swimming pool is in the center of town and within walking distance from all major shops and services as well as having ample parkin
Þóristún

Þóristún

Hotel Thoristun (Þóristún) apartments are situated in one of Selfoss´s old houses along the riverbank. The house was renovated in 2014 but has kept it
The Bobby Fischer Center

The Bobby Fischer Center

This centre houses memorabilia of the 11th World Chess Champion BOBBY FISCHER and the Selfoss Chess Club. The American Bobby Fischer became the World
Landscape Photography iceland

Landscape Photography iceland

Photography tours and Workshops in Iceland for small groups. Your guide, Páll Jökull is an Icelandic Professional Landscape Photographer and has been
Sviðið

Sviðið

Sviðið is a new event location, placed in the new downtown Selfoss. The place is especially designed for concerts but its also suitable for parties, m
Made in Ísland

Made in Ísland

Made In Ísland is an authentic Icelandic store who only sell items that are created in Iceland. They sell art, craft, souvenirs, wool, food and gifts.
Guesthouse Selfoss

Guesthouse Selfoss

Bungalows and summerhouses Gesthús Selfossi offers 22 rooms in wooden bungalows, all with private facilities and kitchenette. It´s the perfect choice

Try Adventure

Hellisskógur forest

Hellisskógur forest

Hellisskógur is a small forest just outside of the town of Selfoss. In Hellisskógur are roads, walking paths around the area, and benches so visitors
Laugardælir

Laugardælir

Laugardælir is a small hamlet near the town of Selfoss. Laugardælir was one of Iceland’s busiest ferry sites until a bridge was built across Ölfusá in
Menam Thai Food

Menam Thai Food

Menam offers delicious dishes made from fresh, quality ingredients with the influence of the Thai kitchen. By using the best possible local ingredient

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Almar Bakery Larsenstræti 800 Selfoss 483-1919
Arctic Nature Hotel Eyravegur 26 800 Selfoss 6154699
Arctic Trail Tours Víðivellir 1 800 Selfoss 860-7110
BSG apartments Engjavegur 75 800 Selfoss 661-8642
Bella Apartments & Rooms Austurvegur 35 800 Selfoss 539-3551
Bókakaffið / Book-coffee Austurvegur 22 800 Selfoss 482-3079
Car Rental Selfoss Hrísmýri 5 800 Selfoss 482-4040
Domino’s Pizza Eyravegur 2 800 Selfoss 581-2345
Eat in Iceland Scenic Food Tours Ástjörn 7 800 Selfoss 697-9280
Fish Store in Selfoss Eyravegur 59 800 Selfoss 482-2509
Flow of Iceland Smáratúni 3 800 Selfoss 7845840
Frosty Tours Birkihólar 13 800 Selfoss 787-8775
GK Bakarí Austurvegur 31b 800 Selfoss 482-1007
GT Travel Fossnes C 800 Selfoss 480-1200
GTIce Lágengi 26 800 Selfoss 534-4446
GeoAdventures Iceland Austurmýri 5 800 Selfoss 781-3520
Guided tours in Iceland Kirkjuvegur 8B 800 Selfoss 6491412
Hot Dog Stand Tryggvagötu 800 Selfoss 482-1782
Iceland Wedding Planner Engjavegur 38 800 Selfoss 6183215
Jeep Experience Iceland Birkivellir 34 800 Selfoss 789-1941
KFC - Kentucky Fried Chicken Austurvegur 46 800 Selfoss 570-6763
Kaffi Krús Austurvegur 7 800 Selfoss 4821266
Kiddi´s Travel Fagrahella 5 800 Selfoss 898-4875
Kolumbus Ævintýraferðir Austurvegi 6 800 Selfoss 783-9300
Krisp restaurant Eyrarvegur 8 800 Selfoss 482-4099
N1 - Service station Selfoss Austurvegur 48 800 Selfoss 440-1455
Northern Explorer Sunnuvegur 5 800 Selfoss 770-0023
Nskt destination Tryggvagata 13 800 Selfoss 898-6463
Olis - Service Station Arnberg 800 Selfoss 480-1300
Paintball Kálfhólar 21 800 Selfoss 857-2000
Raksó ehf. Birkivellir 34 800 Selfoss 7885959
Ride With Locals - Iguide Háheiði 13 d 800 Selfoss 699-5777
Selfoss Golf Club Selfossi 800 Selfoss 482-3335
Selfoss Hostel Austurvegur 28 800 Selfoss 660-6999
Subway Eyrarvegur 2 800 Selfoss 530-7071
Tommi's burger joint Eyravegur 32 800 Selfoss 511-0800
Travel North Sunnuvegur 5 800 Selfoss 776-8707
Tryggvaskáli Restaurant Tryggvatorg 800 Selfoss 4821390
Áslundur Miðengi 17 800 Selfoss 822-2202
ÍsTindar Eyravegur 34B 800 Selfoss 7608799
Ökuland Tryggvagata 13 800 Selfoss 583-4040
Between the Rivers Norðurbraut 33 801 Selfoss 822-3345
K-tours Ölvisholti 1 801 Selfoss 892-1340
Mýri - Studio Lodge Ásamýri 2 801 Selfoss 857-1976
Thor Nordic Heimahagi 8 801 Selfoss 781-0800