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South Coast

Sjónarnípa Viewpoint

A superb elevated viewpoint over Skaftafellsjökull and the surrounding outwash plains.

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South Coast

Sjónarsker Viewpoint

A hiking viewpoint providing broad views across the Skaftafell landscape.

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Westfjords

Sjöundá

A remote valley and historic location near Rauðasandur, surrounded by the wild landscape of the southern Westfjords.

2–4 hoursChallenging

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South Coast

Skaftafell

A major hiking and visitor area within Vatnajökull National Park surrounded by glaciers, mountains and waterfalls.

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South Coast

Skaftafell Visitor Centre

The main visitor hub for trails and information in Skaftafell.

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South Coast

Skaftafellsjökull

An outlet glacier of Vatnajökull reached by a popular trail from Skaftafell.

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East Iceland

Skaftfell Center for Visual Art

Contemporary visual-arts centre at the heart of Seyðisfjörður’s renowned creative community.

30–60 minutesVery easy

SNorth Iceland

North Iceland

Skagafjörður

Broad northern fjord surrounded by mountains, farmland and historic communities, with Drangey and Málmey rising offshore.

Full dayEasy

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North Iceland

Skagaströnd

Fishing village beneath Spákonufell, known for coastal scenery, local folklore and the Museum of Prophecies.

1–2 hoursEasy

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North Iceland

Skagaströnd Coast

Rocky coastline around Skagaströnd with open views across Húnaflói and towards the Westfjords.

30–60 minutesEasy

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North Iceland

Skagi Peninsula

Remote peninsula of open moorland, farms, rugged coastline and little-visited coastal attractions between Húnaflói and Skagafjörður.

Half dayEasy

South Coast

Skansinn

A historic harbour-side site containing fortifications and cultural landmarks.

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Snæfellsnes

Skarðsvík Beach

A striking golden-sand beach contrasting sharply with Snæfellsnes’ surrounding black lava.

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Westfjords

Skarfasker

A scenic coastal location in the Bolungarvík area with views across the exposed northern Westfjords coastline.

Under 30 minutesEasy

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South Coast

Skálabrekkufoss

A lesser-known waterfall above Skógafoss on the Skógá trail.

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South Coast

Skálafell–Hjallanes

A quieter hiking and glacial landscape in southeastern Iceland.

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South Coast

Skálafellsjökull

An outlet glacier of Vatnajökull in southeastern Iceland.

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East Iceland

Skálanes

Remote nature and heritage centre at the mouth of Seyðisfjörður surrounded by sea cliffs, secluded coastline and rich birdlife.

Half dayModerate

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Snæfellsnes

Skálasnagi

A remote natural viewpoint on western Snæfellsnes.

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Westfjords

Skálavík

A remote bay beyond the mountains from Bolungarvík, with an open beach, dramatic coastal scenery and a strong sense of isolation.

1–2 hoursEasy

Westfjords

Skálavík Viewpoint

An elevated perspective over remote Skálavík and the surrounding outer Westfjords coastline.

Under 30 minutesVery easy

Westfjords

Skáleyjar

A remote island group in Breiðafjörður representing the extraordinary island-dotted landscape and wildlife of the bay.

2–4 hoursChallenging

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Golden Circle

Skálholt Cathedral

A major historic and religious site that was one of Iceland’s most important centres for centuries.

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