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Vigur Island,

Vigur Island

Vigur Island

Vigur, a sanctuary at the heart of the fjords

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À vivre

At the heart of the Western Fjords, Vigur is a small, unspoilt island where nature still sets the pace of the day. Accessible only by boat, it is home to significant colonies of seabirds, including puffins, Arctic terns and eider ducks, which nest there each year.

But Vigur is also an inhabited island, shaped by traditions passed down from generation to generation. Here, bird protection goes hand in hand with age-old know-how: the harvesting of eiderdown, gathered carefully from nests once the birds have left.

Staying, or simply spending a few hours on Vigur, means discovering an intimate and deeply authentic side of Iceland, walking among the birds, meeting those who care for the island and understanding the fragile balance between people and nature.

A rare experience, as close as possible to Iceland’s wildlife.

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Vigur Island,

Vigur Island

Vigur Island,

Vigur Island

Seasons

Our seasonal advice

As Vigur is a nature reserve dedicated to wild birds, it is not possible to guarantee sightings of any particular species. However, birdlife is generally very abundant from May to September.

Throughout the year, it is also possible to observe whales and seals from the shore, under excellent conditions.

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