Hnjótur Museum
Hnjótur, Örlygshöfn, 451The Westfjords
Hnjótur Museum in Örlygshöfn in Patreksfjörður, displays a unique collection of old items from the Southern Westfjords. The museum shows the history of fishing, farming and everyday life in the area. At the museum is an exhibition about the rescue of the British trawler Dhoon that stranded at Látrabjarg cliffs in 1947.
At the museum is an attractive cafeteria, souvenir shop and information center. Opening hours: Daily from 10:00 - 18:00, May 1st to September 30th. Please contact for visits outside scheduled opening hours ([email protected] or 456 1511)
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