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20190303100514C8aa6ee66f78 PORT OF AKUREYRI ICELAND www.port.is The Artic Circle Grimsey Akureyri The whale-watching area Siglufjörður Húsavík Hrísey Grenivík Laufás Hjalteyri Akureyri Goðafoss Christmas House Mývatn GENERAL Location: Minimum depth at low tide: Latitude 65°40’9”N; longitude 18°04’4”W 10 m (32,8 ft) Pilot station: Tidal difference: 65°43’N 18°06’W 1-1,5 m (3,2 ft-4,8 ft) Local time: Current: 1-2 knots GMT 1-2 knots; direction outgoing Eyjafjörður Harbor open: Swell: 24 hours 0 m (0 ft) Pilots: Ice condition: Ice free 3 experienced pilots Scenic cruising: Airdraft restriction: No Eyjafjörður; 30 nautical miles Seasons and climate: Restrictions for port entry: No Iceland enjoys a much milder climate than its name and location adjacent to the Arctic Circle would imply. A branch Nautical port chart: of the Gulf Stream flows along the southern and the western • #530 Akureyri (INT 1118) coast, greatly moderating the climate. Iceland's most • Issued by: Icelandic Hydrographic Service influencing weather element is the wind. • Fax: 354-545 2127 • Internet: www.lhg.is Best time to visit is from May through September. • Prevailing wind: direction N or S; force 0-10 m/sec Environmental impact: • In view of wind conditions, preferred arrival between 6 AM The Port of Akureyri contributes to the fight on (0600) and 9 AM (0900), departure after 8 PM (2000) global warming and generally for a cleaner ma- • Average temperature: 11°C (52°F) rine environment. As a part of that, any emis- Port of Akureyri sions to water inside the fjord is prohibited. Fiskitangi IS-600 Akureyri Iceland TUGBOATS SEIFUR Seifur is an Azimuth tractor tugboat and is our newest addition. It is 22 meters long and has a beam of 9 meters. Seifur can pull up to 42 tonnes and has a maximum speed of 12 kn. The boat is named after Zeus, the god of thunder in ancient Greek religion. Seifur Azimuth tractor tug Dimensions Length O.A. .........22 m Beam O.A. ..........9 m Performance Bollard pull ahead ..42 tonnes Speed ..............12 kn Propulsion system Main engines .......Cummins x2 Total power .........2352 KW Equipment FIFI set ..............300 m3/h Monitors ............1 remote operated, seawater/foam Oil dispersant system Seawater pump: 10 m3/h at 5 bar Dispersant pump: 0.5 m3/h at 3 bar SLEIPNIR AND MJÖLNIR Sleipnir and Mjölnir are standard tugboats. Mjölnir is 12.52 meters long with a speed of 8 kn. Sleipnir is 16.65 meters long and pulls 13 tonnes at a maximum speed of 10 kn. The names of these boats come from Nordic mythology. Mjölnir was Thor´s hammer and Sleipnir was an eight-legged horse owned by Odin. Sleipnir Mjölnir Standard tug Standard tug Dimensions Dimensions Length O.A. .........16.65 m Length O.A. .........12.52 m Beam O.A. ...........5.27 m Beam O.A. ...........3.38 m Performance Performance Bollard pull ahead ..13 tonnes Bollard pull ahead ..6 tonnes Speed ..............10 kn Speed ..............8 kn Propulsion system Propulsion system Main engines .......Cummins x2 Main engines .......Caterpillar Total power .........514 kW Total power .........178 KW WHAT TO DO, WHAT TO SEE TOUR TO GOÐAFOSS WATER- FALL AND LAKE MÝVATN Goðafoss, or “Waterfall of the Gods”, gets its name from the momentous occasion on which the chieftain, Thorgeir of Ljósavatn, threw his pagan idols into the falls as a demonstration of his conversion to the Christian faith. Lake Mývatn was created by a large lava eruption, and the landscape is dominated by volcanic landforms and is exceptionally rich with bird life. The surroundings are truly magnificent, and the volcanic and geothermal features suc- ceed in reminding the admiring tourist of the incredible forces that surge below the ground. The grotesque lava formations of Dimmuborgir have been forged into a maze of towers, cas- tles and caves that resemble a fantastic giant’s playground. The area is considered one of the world’s natural wonders and is one of Iceland’s most popular tourist resorts. MÝVATN NATURE BATHS Mývatn Nature Baths offer something for every- one. Despite its northerly location, the region enjoys a temperate climate, and the long sum- mer days when darkness never comes can be surprisingly warm. As summer merges into autumn, the landscape becomes a panoramic patchwork dotted with shades of gold and brown, while winter brings its own tapestry of snow, sparkling frosts, and frequent opportuni- ties to enjoy the unforgettable splendour of the Northern Lights. At the Mývatn Nature Baths, you can take a good, relaxing bath in a natural hot spring at a designated nature reserve. Mývatn is an area of fragile beauty in a truly unique setting. The nature baths were opened in 2004, and although built in the old traditions, they are tastefully designed and offer costumers a relax- ing and luxurious experience. HVERARÖND Hverarönd is an area near Mývatn in the northeastern part of Iceland. The geothermal energy of the area shows itself in bubbling pools of grey mud and sulphur. The land- scape is really unique and looks like another planet. It may smell a little strongly of sul- phur, but a trip to Hverarönd is well worth it. TOUR TO GOÐAFOSS WATERFALL AND LAUFÁS, WITH SIGHTSEEING OF AKUREYRI TOWN The well-preserved gabled farm buildings of the Laufás Museum aim to provide the visitor with an insight into earlier Icelandic farm life. The 19th century former vicarage and farm houses is home to a wonderful collection of household items and agricultural imple- ments typical of those used at the beginning of the 20th century. AKUREYRI TOWN What to see, what to do AKUREYRI With reference to the midnight sun in the summertime and the Northern Lights dur- ing winter, Akureyri town is also known as the Capital of the Shining North. It is the biggest town outside the capital area and is the ser- vice base for North Iceland. The town is a popular tourist destination both for short and long visits and is a good starting point for day tours and excursions. It offers a wide range of activities, flourishing restaurants and cafés, and bustles with a rich cultural life all year round. AKUREYRI PUBLIC PARK AND BOTANICAL GARDEN The Botanical Garden was first opened in 1912 and the botanic section added in 1957. The park has been enlarged three times since 1912 and is now about 3.6 ha and lies at 40-50 m altitude at Eyrarlandsvegur Road near midtown. There are about 6600 foreign taxa growing in the garden in beds and nurseries, as well as around 430 species of native taxa. The gar- den is one of the northernmost botanical gardens in the world and is very popular among both locals and visitors. The aim of Akureyri Botanical Garden is to grow trees, shrubs and perenni- als in the demanding climate of Northern Iceland, which is characterized by pronounced seasonality of temperature and day length. The garden is an IPEN member and is active in seed exchange, public information, edu- cation and recreation. Opening hours: The garden is open 1st of June to 30th of September. On weekdays from 08.00-22.00 and in weekends from 09.00-22.00. To get there: 10-15 min. walk from town center. By bus: Bus number 1, 2 or 4. Go out by Menntaskólinn á Akureyri (Junior College)/Hótel Edda in summer. THE MUSEUMS AND THE informative content. The subjects are presented in various ways such as with displays, video, text and CHRISTMAS HOUSE various remarkable artifacts. When it comes to museums, Akureyri offers a va- offers the riety of options. Akureyri Art Museum has been a The Christmas Garden of Akureyri flagship for the towns art canyon for two decades. possibility to get into the Christmas mood all year long. It´s only a 10 minute drive from Akureyri Amongst other museums in Akureyri are the Mu- and has got something for the whole family. In seum of Industry, the Aviation Museum and the the beautiful garden surrounding the house are Motorcycle Museum of Iceland. benches and tables, making this an excellent spot for a picnic. The fairytale tower houses the world’s Akureyri Art Museum has played a prominent role in the cultural life of Akureyri as the first insti- biggest Christmas calendar, worth climbing the tution outside Reykjavik to concentrate solely on stairs for. visual arts. In the garden one can also find the Wishing Well of unborn children, a place of tranquility and Akureyri Museum focuses on the local history and is a modern family-oriented museum with several peace. exciting exhibitions. The museum is located in the oldest part of town and next to Nonni’s House, which is a musuem dedicated to Jón Sveinsson. HOF CULTURAL CENTER Jón, or “Nonni”, was a writer and a priest who lived Hof is a cultural building designed for music and in this house during his childhood in Akureyri. other performing arts. The building has two larger conference auditoriums and a comprehensive Into The Arctic is a collection of eleven fascinat- restaurant service. Hof has first-class facilities for ing exhibitions about the history of the North events of various kinds and the best available in words and pictures. The shows lead visitors technical equipment. The building was opened in through the various periods in history, such as the August 2010. settlement of Iceland, wildlife in the Arctic, crafts and the beach to name a few. Hof houses the Tourist Information Center. The staff will provide all the information you need The exhibitions give visitors the opportunity to about Akureyri.
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