REYKJANES
Gallow Cliffs near Hagafell
Small cliffs near Hagafell associated with an old Grindavík story that thieves captured around Þorbjörn were executed here.
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About Gallow Cliffs near Hagafell
Gálgaklettar, translated as Gallow Cliffs or Hanging Rocks, lie near Hagafell north of Grindavík. Local folklore links the cliffs to the punishment of thieves said to have operated from the nearby Þorbjörn area, tying the site directly to the stories surrounding Þjófagjá.
Our practical tips
✓This is a folklore stop rather than a major scenic attraction.
✓Pair it with Þorbjörn and Þjófagjá to make sense of the connected stories.
✓Do not park unsafely on Road 43.
Getting there and visiting
Access
Visit Reykjanes describes a short walk from Road 43. Current access conditions in the wider volcanic area should be checked first.
