Bessastadahreppur

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Bessastadahreppur is a municipality in Iceland.

Contents 1 International Cities of Friendship 2 Nature 3 Attractions 3.1 The Bessastaðir manor farm

[edit] International Cities of Friendship

Bessastadahreppur's Cities of Friendship as per 1.1.2007:

• Gjøvik - Norway
• Gävle - Sweden
• Rauma - Finland
• Næstved - Denmark

[edit] Nature

The Bessastadahreppur (or Álftanes) area is primarily a residential area. There are fine mountain views, providing ideal conditions for walks. Many rare shorebirds breed here along the beaches.

[edit] Attractions

[edit] The Bessastaðir manor farm

The official residence of the president of Iceland, built in 1766, heavily renovated over the years.