[1] A mountain with two main summits, Akrafjall is divided by the Berjadalur valley which was cut out by a glacier.

A picturesque mountain, Akrafjall offers extensive views from Reykjanes to Snaefellsjokull Glacier and across Faxafloi Bay.

[2][1] The cliffs of Akrafjall are a popular nesting ground for the great black-backed gull and the Icelandic fulmar in the country.

[3] Even today, many people pick thousands of great black-backed gull eggs every summer to eat.

[1] It is said that Arnes Pálsson, a notorious thief and vagabond, went into hiding on Akrafjall in 1756 to escape justice.