Olafsvik is a small fishing town that rests on the western side of the Snæfellsnes peninsula. The village is nestled against the Snæfellsjökull volcano which has created remarkable scenery for the entire region. Snowmobiling on the glacier that resides at the top of the mountain is a fun adventure for visitors. For more outdoor beauty, the Baejarfoss waterfall on the eastern part of the town is a stunning vision. If you are visiting in the summer, do not leave out a trip to the lovely local beaches just outside of town. In the town itself, there are options as well. The packing house called Pakkhúsið was built in 1844, and it now houses the local museum featuring exhibits on old working methods in this area of Iceland as well as a relaxing coffee house. There is also a Maritime Museum that provides displays of live fish from the nearby shore and the impact the fishing industry has on the modern community.
