Region
Eastfjords
640 km from Reykjavik
Stodvarfjordur Iceland: Petra's Stone Collection Guide
Home to Petra's legendary stone collection—a tiny Eastfjords village with one of Iceland's most remarkable private museums.
Updated February 1, 2026By the Iceland.org Travel Team
Population
~200
Eastfjords • Stone collection
Stodvarfjordur may be tiny, but it draws visitors from around the world to see Petra's Stone Collection—the life's work of Petra Sveinsdóttir, who spent 70 years gathering minerals, crystals, and stones from across Iceland. The collection fills her house and garden with thousands of geological treasures.
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Last updated: 2026-02-01
Petra passed away in 2012 at age 103, but her family continues to maintain the collection and welcome visitors.
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Population
~200
Small village, big attraction
Known for
Petra's Stones
70 years of mineral collecting
Top Attractions in Stodvarfjordur
Petra's Stone Collection
Thousands of minerals in house and garden
The Fish Factory
International artist residency center
Stodvarfjordur Harbor
Quiet fishing harbor
Coastal Hiking
Scenic trails along the fjord
Mineral Hunting
The area is rich in zeolites and crystals
Mountain Views
Dramatic peaks surrounding the fjord
How to Get to Stodvarfjordur
From Egilsstadir: 70 km (1 hour) via Route 96.
From Reykjavik: Fly to Egilsstadir, then drive. Or 7-7.5 hours by car via Route 1.
Ring Road access: Located just off Route 1, making it an easy stop for Ring Road travelers.
Best Time to Visit Stodvarfjordur
Summer: Petra's Stone Collection is open (May-September). Best weather for exploring the garden.
Winter: Collection has limited hours. Check ahead before visiting. Roads are maintained.
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