Westfjords
Þrjátíudalastapi
A distinctive natural landmark in the wild coastal landscape of northern Strandir.
1–2 hoursChallenging
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Westfjords
Barðaströnd Coast
A long and sparsely populated stretch of coast overlooking Breiðafjörður, with mountains, beaches and expansive views accompanying the drive through the southern Westfjords.
2–4 hoursVery easy
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Barðsvík
A secluded bay in the remote eastern landscapes of Hornstrandir.
Half dayChallenging
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Bíldudalur
A small village on Arnarfjörður surrounded by steep mountains and closely associated with the folklore and maritime history of the fjord.
1–2 hoursVery easy
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Bíldudalur Viewpoint
Elevated views across Bíldudalur and the surrounding waters and mountains of Arnarfjörður.
Under 30 minutesVery easy
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Bjargtangar
The western end of Látrabjarg, with a lighthouse, immense Atlantic views and access to the famous bird cliffs.
30–60 minutesEasy
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Bjarnanes
A remote coastal landmark within the wilderness landscapes of Hornstrandir.
Half dayChallenging
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Bjarnarfjarðarháls
An elevated mountain-road landscape in Strandir with views across the surrounding fjords and mountains.
Under 30 minutesVery easy
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Bjarnarfjörður
A scenic fjord in Strandir associated with geothermal bathing, folklore and the historic landscape around Laugarhóll.
1–2 hoursEasy
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Bolafjall
A spectacular mountain viewpoint above Bolungarvík with a viewing platform overlooking the outer Westfjords, Ísafjarðardjúp and the surrounding mountains.
1–2 hoursEasy
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Bolungarvík
A fishing town surrounded by steep mountains near the outer coast of the northern Westfjords, with access to Ósvör, Bolafjall and Skálavík.
1–2 hoursVery easy
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Bolungarvík Avalanche Protection Park
An area around Bolungarvík’s avalanche defences demonstrating how communities beneath the Westfjords mountains protect themselves from natural hazards.
30–60 minutesEasy
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Bolungarvík Beach
The open shoreline beside Bolungarvík, backed by steep mountains and exposed to the northern Westfjords coast.
30–60 minutesEasy
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Bolungarvík Botanical Garden
A small botanical garden in Bolungarvík adding an unexpectedly green cultural stop to the dramatic mountain surroundings.
30–60 minutesVery easy
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Bolungarvík in Hornstrandir
A remote Hornstrandir location sharing its name with the road-accessible town of Bolungarvík near Ísafjörður.
Half dayChallenging
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Borgarfjörður in Arnarfjörður
A small fjord within the wider Arnarfjörður system, surrounded by remote mountain scenery.
30–60 minutesVery easy
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Breiðavík Beach
A beautiful sweep of pale sand surrounded by mountains near Látrabjarg in the remote southwestern Westfjords.
30–60 minutesEasy
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Brjánslækur
A small settlement and important ferry point on the southern coast of the Westfjords, close to several historic sites around Barðaströnd.
Under 30 minutesVery easy
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Bunárfoss
A waterfall in Tungudalur above Ísafjörður, surrounded by the steep mountain scenery of the valley.
30–60 minutesEasy
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Dýrafjarðarsandur
A broad sandy coastal landscape within Dýrafjörður, providing another example of the Westfjords’ surprisingly varied shorelines.
30–60 minutesEasy
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Dýrafjörður
A broad Westfjords fjord surrounded by steep mountains, historic farms and some of the region’s most impressive scenic routes.
2–4 hoursVery easy
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Dýrafjörður Viewpoint
A scenic perspective across the broad waters and steep surrounding mountains of Dýrafjörður.
Under 30 minutesVery easy
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Djúpavík
A tiny remote settlement beneath steep mountains, famous for its enormous abandoned herring factory and extraordinary coastal setting.
2–4 hoursEasy
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Djúpavík Coast
The remote coastal landscape surrounding Djúpavík, enclosed by steep mountains and quiet fjord waters.
30–60 minutesEasy
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