Region
West Iceland
80 km north of Reykjavik
Hvanneyri Iceland: Agricultural University & Research Center Guide
Home to Iceland's Agricultural University—a historic farm school and research center in the heart of West Iceland.
Updated February 1, 2026By the Iceland.org Travel Team
Population
~300
West Iceland • University town
Hvanneyri is a small academic community centered around the Agricultural University of Iceland. Since 1889, this location has been dedicated to agricultural education and research, nestled in the beautiful Borgarfjörður region surrounded by mountains and farmland.
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Last updated: 2026-02-01
Hvanneyri is Iceland's center for agricultural education and rural research.
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Population
~300
Academic community
Known for
Agricultural University
Founded 1889
Top Attractions near Hvanneyri
Agricultural University Campus
Historic educational institution since 1889
Borgarfjörður Valley
Scenic valley with Viking history
Hraunfossar
Lava waterfalls, 30 km east
Barnafoss
Blue canyon waterfall nearby
Reykholt
Medieval scholar Snorri Sturluson's home
Langjökull Glacier
Iceland's second largest glacier
How to Get to Hvanneyri
From Reykjavik: 1 hour 15 minutes via Route 1 north to Borgarnes, then Route 50. From Borgarnes, Hvanneyri is about 20 km inland.
Best Time to Visit Hvanneyri
Summer months (June-August) offer the best weather for exploring the campus and surrounding Borgarfjörður region. The university has events throughout the academic year.
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