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Vestdalsvatn
Remote mountain lake above Seyðisfjörður reached through Vestdalur and commonly frozen for much of the year.
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About Vestdalsvatn
Vestdalsvatn sits high above Seyðisfjörður on the historic route across Vestdalsheiði. The lake forms the upper destination of the Vestdalur and Fjallkonustígur hikes and lies close to the Mountain Lady archaeological site.
Our practical tips
✓Treat the lake as the destination of the Vestdalur hike rather than planning it separately.
✓Expect significantly colder conditions here than beside the fjord.
Getting there and visiting
Access
Reached entirely on foot through Vestdalur. Snow frequently remains around the lake outside the main summer season.