Hellissandur was once a major fishing centre but Rif was one of the main trading ports on Snaefellsnes peninsula. Most of the villages' fishing fleet is now based at Rif.  These two villages are only 2km apart.

The Maritime Museum at Hellisssandur has displays that include Iceland´s oldest rowboat, built in 1826.

The area between Hellissandur and Rif is a bird-lovers' paradise and one of the largest arctic tern nesting areas in Iceland.

Snaefellsjokull National Park is on the doorstep of Hellissandur.

From Reykjavik City Centre to Hellissandur :195 km
 Population of Hellssandur and Rif 530.

Hotel, camping site, restaurant and museum.