EAST ICELAND

Bóndavarðan

Historic cairn on a ridge above Djúpivogur providing superb panoramic views over the village, Búlandsnes and surrounding mountains.

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WHY VISIT

About Bóndavarðan

Bóndavarðan stands on Bóndavörðuhraun just outside Djúpivogur. It may originally have been built as a lookout after the devastating North African pirate raids of 1627. Today a viewpoint indicator identifies prominent features visible from the ridge.

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FIRST-HAND ADVICE

Our practical tips

✓Use the viewing disc to identify the surrounding mountains.

✓Continue from Bóndavarðan towards the Búlandsnes black sands for a longer walk.

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