The lack of flat lowlands limits agriculture, mostly restricted to low-intensity sheep grazing near the fjords. Good natural harbors in many fjords and their proximity to fishing areas are vital for the local economy. The Westfjords are sparsely populated, even by Icelandic standards; the total population in 2024 was 7,168. The largest settlement is Ísafjörður, with a population of 2,679. The box is for Göltur [ˈkɔl̥tʏr̥], at the tip of the peninsula 20 km (12 mi) northwest of Ísafjörður. Westfjords is generally the coldest area at sea level in Iceland, as a result of the East Greenland Current. More information...
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