Reykjanes: visiting the saltworks in the Westfjords

Reykjanes sits at the tip of a narrow peninsula in Ísafjarðardjúp, the largest fjord in the Westfjords of Iceland, between two smaller fjords. It is a quiet, wild place. You usually see the saltworks before you find it: steam rising from the salt house, carried off by the wind.

A place named after steam

The hot springs that heat our pans are the same ones that give Reykjanes its name. They are still active, and you can see them steaming along the shore. Next to the saltworks there is a long outdoor swimming pool filled with warm spring water, and an old school building that is now a hotel.

Wildlife

A cold current from the Arctic Ocean runs down the fjord. Look out over the water and you may see whales, seals and plenty of seabirds.

Visiting the salt house

We believe in being open about how our salt is made, so we open our doors to visitors. In summer we run factory tours every day, no booking needed, and our factory store is open most of the day. In winter, tours are available by arrangement. Check our factory tour page for this year's dates, times and price before you travel.

You will find us at Reykjanes, 401 Ísafjörður, Iceland. Questions? Write to saltverk@saltverk.is.

Bring a little home

Can't make the trip? Our Pure Flaky Sea Salt is a taste of the place.