Borgarfjörður eystri: The Grey Ridge E-Mountain Bike Tour

This guided e-mountain bike adventure in Borgarfjörður Eystri is one of the most exhilarating ways to experience the region’s dramatic landscapes. The tour begins at the Hafnarhólmi parking area before following the route toward the popular Brúnavík trailhead. From there, riders head up through the mountains, sharing the early section of the journey with hikers before reaching the Brúnavíkurskarð mountain pass. At this point, the bike route diverges onto a dedicated trail leading toward the ridge. Along the ascent, the scenery opens up to sweeping views of Brúnavík, Njarðvík, and the surrounding fjord landscapes, with the towering peaks of Dyrfjöll dominating the horizon.

From the ridge, the reward is a spectacular panorama stretching across the entire region, followed by an exciting 3-kilometer descent on a flowing, hand-cut trail that leads all the way back to Hafnarhólmi. The downhill ride is fast, engaging, and set against a backdrop of mountains and sea, making it a highlight of the tour. After the ride, the experience continues with a visit to the Hafnarhólmi puffin viewing area, where the guide shares insights about the local birdlife, fishing culture, and surrounding environment, rounding off an unforgettable mountain-to-sea adventure.