2. Akureyri town An entrepreneurial and service centre for all of North Iceland - The Capital of the North Aprox. 18.000 inhabitants A centre for culture and education International Airport By the Arctic Circle

3. Service and recreation 5 hotels in Akureyri and 3 hotels nearby. 18 full service restaurants – seating over 2000 pers. 20 cafés, bars, nightclubs. Outdoor-spas with warm geothermal water. The northernmost 18–hole golf course. Museums, ranging from modern art to folk museums and an aviation museum. Horseback riding, sea angling, sightseeing excursions, hiking, guided walks, northern lights, farm visits, local food, whale watching etc. The most popular ski area in Iceland.

8. Hof is a cultural building designed for music and other performing arts, with state of the art facilities for conferences and meetings, receptions, parties and exhibitions. Hamraborg is the largest auditorium in Hof and it accommodates 500 people in traditional raked seating. The hall is fitted with a first-class sound system, lighting equipment, projector and other high-quality conference accessories. The large stage can be adapted to suit the occasion. The Conference and Cultural center Hof

9. Other facilities and services Hamrar seats 200 people on a flat floor which allows for a wide range of seating arrangements. Naust, a large vestibule located in front of the entrance to the main hall, is ideal for receptions, meetings and exhibitions for up to 450 guests. Hamragil is a splendid open connecting area with high ceilings. It is ideal for exhibitions, promotions and receptions. The Hof restaurant can accommodate 120 guests. The space can easily be extended to fit 500 persons by opening the adjoining hall.

10. Other services in HOF Hof has a large number of meeting rooms and workspaces as well as office facilities. Entrance hall, which also houses the tourist information centre, a ticket office, a service desk and a shop. Lists of cultural excursions as well as details of various shorter and longer excursions for groups can be provided. Technical support and equipment available to cater to your individual needs.

11. The University of Akureyri Whether you are planning meetings, lectures or conferences the conference facilities at the University of Akureyri will suit your needs. A first class venue for meetings, workshops and conferences of all kinds with flexible auditorium styles.

12. Conference Facilities A modern conference hall for up to 300-500 people, with adaptable staging and flexible seating arrangements. Twenty lecture halls and classrooms of different sizes, for up to 50 people. Two large halls, cinema style, seating for up to 80 people in each.

13. Other services at the University Technicians at the University can offer computer- and technical assistance. The Universitys foyer, a nice and open room with well- equipped service desk. The foyer can accommodate, receptions, poster sessions ect. The University has a canteen which suits well for conference guests

14. Contact Info Visitakureyri / Akureyrarstofa Strandgata 12 IS-600 Akureyri Iceland info@visitiakureyri.is Tel +354 450 1050 Email: info@visitakureyri.isenen