Fishermen's Festival in Ólafsvík Iceland

            As I made my way towards my hostel I noticed that there was a large gathering along the docks in the small town of Ólafsvík which I was driving through.  Curious, I paused to investigate and was greeted by a large group of locals fishing in the harbor. They'd set up a series of large yellow tubs which collectively they were filling with an impressive catch pulled from the harbor. 

Upon catching the attention of one of the women nearby, I asked what was going on - feeling a bit out of place. She explained it was part of the celebration of the Fishermen's Festivals - one of, if not THE biggest celebration in most of Iceland. With an incredibly welcoming smile she told me a bit more about it, and mentioned that in an hour everyone would board several of the town's large fishing vessels and head out to sea for a special celebration. To my surprise she mentioned I'd be welcome. 

I raced to my hostel, checked in, and then got back just as everyone was boarding the ships. Then, with a few toots from the ship's horn we set out into the bay. 

That's when the fun really started. The Coast Guard put on a special performance including a hovering rescue from a nearby ship and helicopter flyby. The entire thing was incredible and the people were lovely.

If you find yourself in Iceland in June, make sure to learn about the Fishermen's Festival. 

A very special thanks for the people of Ólafsvík for their incredible hospitality.

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Taken in: Ísland / Snaefellsnesog Hnappadalssysla (show map)

Taken on: June 3, 2016

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