Holt Beach

A beautiful pale-sand beach on Önundarfjörður, surrounded by mountains and the shallow waters of the fjord.

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WHY VISIT

About Holt Beach

Holt Beach is part of the remarkable sandy landscape at the head of Önundarfjörður. Its pale sand and calm fjord setting provide a striking contrast with the dark volcanic coastline more commonly associated with Iceland.

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FIRST-HAND ADVICE

Our practical tips

✓Allow time to walk rather than treating this as a photograph from the car.

✓Stay on established access routes and avoid driving onto the sand.

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