Abandoned Djúpavík Herring Factory
This rusting remnant of the local herring industry is being given a second life.

📜 Historic herring processing factory, largest concrete structure in Iceland when built in 1935.
🔍 Now an art exhibition space and hotel tour.

Why Go

🏭 Explore a massive abandoned factory
🎨 View unique art installations and exhibitions
🎶 Attend summer concerts and events
🏞️ Experience remote Icelandic village history

Why Avoid

⚠️ Remote location, requires car on bumpy dirt road
❄️ Road closed in winter months (Oct-Apr)
🚶 Factory tour involves uneven ground and climbing stairs

Tips

🚗 A car is essential for access
🏨 Hotel Djúpavík offers tours and accommodation

Hours

🕒 Open seasonally, primarily in summer

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