Curious about the unique rainbow street in Seyðisfjörður, Iceland? Are you wondering where exactly this is and if it’s worth a visit? In this post, we’ll talk all about this Iceland rainbow road nestled in the northeast town of Seyðisfjörður.
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It may surprise you to learn that the village of Seyðisfjörður is actually nestled right in between a fjord. It may seem far off away from The Ring Road but that certainly doesn’t mean you should skip this quaint town.
If you want to experience a small, off-the-beaten-path town to see how Icelanders outside of Reykjavik live, then this is the perfect place for you. It’s a short 30 min one-way detour and a beautiful view as you drive into the fjord.
Whether you only have two hours to kill or a whole day to spend in Seyðisfjörður, we’ll go over why you should add this rainbow street to your list of stops to fully experience everything Iceland has to offer.
Before You Go…
If you’re pretty deep into your Iceland research and planning, you may have already seen pictures of this cute, little rainbow road with a light blue church in the background. Well, let me tell you it really is as pretty in real life!
I will start off by saying that to some people, this visit may not be worth it. My husband wasn’t as amused about the road as I was. He kept teasing me about it saying “It should be called a rainbow sidewalk”. I’m not sure if it’s just cause he’s a man or if it was just lighthearted teasing because I kept hyping it up throughout the whole trip.
That being said, I believe it was totally worth the visit and would recommend it to anyone who has the time for it. If you are already rushing through your Iceland itinerary, then maybe it’s best to sit this one out.
But if you can spare the extra hour getting there and back onto The Ring Road then I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised with not only the rainbow street but the scenic drive to get there.
How to Get to the Town of Seyðisfjörður, Iceland
This small town is located on the northeast coast of Iceland. If you are in the south, you’ll want to continue traveling along The Ring Road counterclockwise.
For example, from Höfn you’ll want to travel north towards Egilsstaðir. Egilsstaðir will be a small town along The Ring Road. From here you’ll drive about 30 mins on route 93 to get to the town of the rainbow road.
The town and directions can easily be found on Google Maps by looking up Rainbow Walk. The drive will surprise you as it starts off with the normal hilly roads of Iceland. After some time, the view really starts to open up as you make your way down into the fjord.
The view from here was one of my favorite parts. Even my husband said it was worth the visit to this town just because of the drive there and the view.
ICELAND Rainbow Street in Seyðisfjörður
You can’t miss the rainbow street once you arrive in the small town. It’s right behind Kaffi Lára El Grillo Bar, a quaint coffee shop and bar perfect for a stop before or after your visit.
Here you can take as much time to walk along and take pictures of the rainbow road. It’s quite a picturesque place with a light blue church at the end of the street. This church is called Seyðisfjarðarkirkja. It’s special on its own as it’s not like the other red or black churches you’ll normally see around the country.
Not many tourists make it to this small town in Iceland. It’s likely you’ll only see a handful of people visiting this street at the same time you are. This makes it easy to get a lovely picture with no one else in it.
Much like the rainbow road in Reykjavik, this one was painted to show support for the local LGBTQIA+ community. It grew in popularity on social media and now many people from all around the world come to visit. Can you blame them for such an awesome Instagrammable spot?
Exploring the Town of Seyðisfjörður Before You Leave
If you have the time, be sure to explore a little of this small town. There are a few restaurants, including the coffee shop mentioned above, to grab a quick bite at.
I personally love the allure of small local towns like this one. It really allows you to see a different side of the culture and country without all the tourists. You can stop and people-watch for a bit or even try to strike up a conversation with the locals.
We took some time to walk along the water and admire the scenery and quaintness before we left. There’s a lot to appreciate when you take some time to stop and look around. This town is the perfect quiet place to do so.
I hope that you have time to stop and see this lovely, small town on your trip. The Iceland rainbow road in Seyðisfjörður is something different to experience, that many people don’t know about or choose to skip. I always believe in seeing things off the beaten path to better experience a country in a different way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rainbow Street in Iceland called?
The Iceland rainbow road in Seyðisfjörður is simply known as Rainbow Walk or Seyðisfjörður Rainbow Street. In Icelandic, the locals call it Regnbogagatan which directly translates to ‘rainbow street’.
Is There a Church on Rainbow Street in Iceland?
Yes, there is a blue church at the end of the rainbow street called Seydisfjardarkirkja. This church is unlike any other normal red or black church you’ll see in Iceland. The light blue church is actually the perfect backdrop to tie in the colorful street in front of it.
Is Seyðisfjörður Worth It?
If you have the time, yes – Seyðisfjörður is definitely worth it. It’s a lovely, quaint town nestled on the edge of a fjord with a beautiful view. And of course, you can’t miss the rainbow road leading up to a blue church. However, if you are running low on time, there are plenty of more popular and worthy attractions to check out first.
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