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Municipality in Western Region, Iceland
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Stykkishólmur is a town in West Iceland, on the north coast of the Snæfellsnes peninsula. It is often called "the gateway to the islands" of Breiðafjörður. The population is a little over 1,200.
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A cozy new restaurant and bar in a beautifully renovated old timber house.
There's more to this small hot dog stand than meets the eye. It's famous for innovating on the traditional Icelandic fast food of a hot dog in a bun, and the menu includes porridge.
On the outskirts of town, the campsite has WiFi in addition to more traditional facilities.
Driving is the easiest way to get to Stykkishólmur. The town is not on the ring road, but it should be simple to follow signs.
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