Mjóifjörður is a remote fjord in Iceland, home to a tiny village with only 20 inhabitants. The fjord is long and narrow, surrounded by towering mountains with steep hills, creating spectacular landscapes. The mountains feature crevasses and waterfalls cascade down their slopes, adding to the natural beauty. Klifbrekkufossar waterfalls wind their way down beside the road at the bottom of the fjord. A spectacular panoramic view is from the road leading through the mountain pass, perfect for all kinds of filming. During winter, the road to the fjord may become impassable and the fjord and its village only accessable by boat.
Mjóifjörður
East, Iceland
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Climate
The weather in the East of Iceland is characterized by its cool and maritime climate. Winters are cold with temperatures often dropping below freezing, and snowfall is common. Summers are relatively mild. Fog is occasionally present along the coast. In the region, the combination of its rugged fjords and extensive coastal line can create harsh and unpredictable winds. The fjords act as natural wind channels, amplifying the force of the prevailing North Atlantic winds that sweep across the region. These winds can be particularly biting in the winter months, making the already cold temperatures feel even more frigid. The coastal areas are susceptible to strong gusts, especially during storms.
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Lighting
The longest day in Iceland is multiple days from May through July when the sun doesn't set. The daylight hours in Iceland on the shortest days of the year are 4-5 hours per day (December to January).
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The road to this location is a narrow one lane mountain road, winding down from a moor to the bottom of the fjord. The road is not serviced regularly during the winter months and can become impassable.
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Basecamp and facilities
14 kilometers from the main road towards Mjóifjörður is small offshoot, perfect for a panoramic shot. There are a few farms and cabins on each side of the fjord that could be used as basecamps. The village has a guesthouse, café and a camping ground that could also be used as basecamp with basic facilities. Phone coverage varies but is mostly good.
Risk factors
The road to Mjóifjörður is a steep, narrow, gravel mountain road. During winter it often becomes impassable.
Visitors
This location is a popular with visitors who tend to spend the day driving around this beautiful scenery.
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