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Ellidaey Island, Iceland

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Those who want to stay away from the bustling cities and oppressive manifestations of a civilization have to go to Iceland, to the island of Ellidaey. It is located in the Atlantic Ocean in the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago. The area of ​​this tiny picturesque island is about 0.5 square km. If you look at the island from afar, it resembles a large hill with a steep slope. The place attracts travelers with its peaceful surroundings and picturesque scenery.

Ellidaey Island, Iceland The island has formed about 5 000 years ago after an eruption of a volcano. For several hundred years, people have been living in its territory. They have being engaged in cattle breeding and fisheries. However, already by 1930, all the locals left the island and today it is uninhabited. The island is home to many birds. Watchers come there from all over the world.

Ellidaey Island has another amazing feature. A lot of puffins reside on its territory. Hunting them has been an important fishery for local people hundreds of years ago. Even now, some Irish hunters regularly visit the island for fishing. A small house with a sauna was built for them on the island.  Only hunters from the local association may visit the island. The island of Ellidaey is available for everybody within the framework of the usual tourist excursions. That’s an ideal place to get out of the daily bustle and admire the marvelous sea views. There are several small uninhabited islands next to Ellidaey. Next - Supai Village


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Ellidaey Island - interactive map

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ATM bankomat: 'Íslandsbanki' located in 5.32 km ( check the route on the map).
Fuel station: 'Olís Vestmannaeyjar Klettur' in 5.31 km
Supermarket: 'Kjarval' in 31 km
Parking: 'Gaujulundur' in 4.42 km
Police station: 'Lögreglustöðin á Hvolsvelli' in 31 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Café Varmó' in 5.28 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Reykjavik Airport RKV - in 113 km
 »  Keflavik Airport KEF - in 132 km
 »  Akureyri Airport AEY - in 263 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Ellidaey Island

Guesthouse Hamar

Located in 5 km from Ellidaey Island
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Rooms: 14
Tea/coffee facilities and a TV are featured in each classically decorated room at Guesthouse Hamar. All have a private bathroom with a shower and … More: photo, rates and booking
Guesthouse Árny

Located in 6 km from Ellidaey Island
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Rooms: 16
Guesthouse Árny's rooms have wooden floors. Bathroom facilities are shared. A fridge and microwave can be used for free in the guest kitchen. … More: photo, rates and booking
Ásólfsskáli Cottage

Located in 22 km from Ellidaey Island
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Rooms: 2
A seating area and TV feature in living rooms at Ásólfsskáli Cottage. Each cottage has a private bathroom with shower. Wi-Fi access is free in the … More: photo, rates and booking
Welcome Hotel Lambafell

Located in 28 km from Ellidaey Island
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Rooms: 14
Welcome Hotel Lambafell's rooms provide views of the Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers or the Atlantic Ocean. Each one includes a … More: photo, rates and booking

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