Djupivogur Culture: A Walking Tour
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Port
Djupivogur, Iceland
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$120
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 2 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Set out on foot with your guide to learn all about the vibrant art scene in tiny Djúpivogur. There's no shortage of unexpected finds to delight the culture vulture in you.
Head to Audun's Stone & Mineral Museum. Audun -- a local man -- used to collect rocks and stones as a hobby; now, it could more aptly be described as an obsession. When his collection grew to epic proportions, he invested in a rock-cutter and polishing equipment. The next step was to open a stone and mineral museum so that he could store, and of course share, his very interesting geode collection. During your visit, you'll gain a whole new perspective on the hidden dimensions of everyday rocks. What is very plain and uninteresting on the outside can be dazzlingly beautiful on the inside, once the rock is cut and polished. All the rocks and minerals on display here were found locally. The east coast of Iceland abounds with agate, quartz crystal, zeolyte and many other minerals.
In the Old Harbor area, contemplate the unusual outdoor granite artwork placed around the waterfront. It's hard to say whether Djúpivogur is more famous for its real bird life or for its Eggs of Merry Bay (Eggin i Gledivik) sculpture, which has quite possibly stolen the show. The sculpture consists of 34 to-scale, oversized eggs dotted along the water's edge, each of which represents a local bird species. The largest egg represents the throat diver -- a bird commonly seen in and around Djúpivogur.
Next, head to 'the tank' -- a stone's throw away from the egg sculptures. Once used as a storage facility for fish-liver oil, the round tank gracing the harbor has been thoroughly cleaned and restored, and is now a venue for performing musicians and exhibiting artists. It was officially opened in 2016 and has been very successful. Artists and musicians are drawn to the idyllic, serene surroundings, and to the pleasing acoustics inside the tank. Step inside and feel free to give your vocal cords a thorough workout.
Your tour ends at the pier, but you may choose to walk further explore the village on your own.
Please note: Tour requires reasonably easy walking, mostly on paved, even surfaces. Some walking on gravel may be required. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Not advisable for guests with mobility limitations. It is essential that you wear warm, layered clothing in order to fully enjoy and participate in this excursion. Outer layer should be waterproof and windproof. Bring gloves, a warm hat and a scarf. Tour operates rain or shine, but may be cancelled by the operator in the event of extremely bad weather or unsuitable conditions. Views are weather permitting. Minimum age is 8 years.