Breidavik (Breiðavík), a beautiful beach
Breiðavík, Iceland, Patreksfjörður
This wide bay, just off road 612, boasts an exceptionally beautiful golden sand beach, aquamarine waters and untouched scenic surrounds. A stop here is definitely recommended for a stroll along the 2....
Dynjandisheidi (Dynjandisheiði) drive
Vestfjarðavegur, Iceland, Bíldudalur
The gravel road between Bildudalur and Þingeyri is one of the most exciting and scenic drives in Iceland. Take it slowly, stopping at the numerous viewpoints to soak up the rugged landscapes. Often in...
Dyrafjordur (Dýrafjörður) to Arnarfjordur (Arnarfjörður) coast track
Dýrafjörður, Thingeyri, Iceland, Þingeyri
Look at the map and you will see a coastal route connecting Dyrafjordur and Arnarfjordur. This treacherous route is accessed by road 622 leading to Haukadalur valley and Svalvogar lighthouse. From Sva...
Drangajokull (Drangajökull) glacier
Snæfjallastrandarvegur, Iceland, Hólmavík
Drangajokull, Iceland´s northernmost glacier, is visible from many places in the West Fjords. The fifth largest glacier in the country, its highest peak reaches 925m and its area is about 200km². When...
Strandir Coast
Kaldbakur, Iceland, Árneshreppur
This area is only accessible in summer. This is a two-hour drive (each way) on gravel road 643, through one of the most remote and isolated regions of Iceland. The road snakes along the coast between...
Flokalundur (Flókalundur)
Vestfjarðarvegur, Flókalundur, Iceland, Patreksfirði
Flokalundur, on road 62 on the shore of Vatnsfjordur, is a service center, with fuel, a restaurant, and a small shop. It's named after Raven-Floki, an early visitor to the island who is credited with...
Latrabjarg (Látrabjarg) Bird Cliffs
Látrabjarg, Iceland, Patreksfjordur
At 14 km. long and 441 m, at its highest point, Latrabjarg is the largest ocean cliff in Iceland and the island’s westernmost point. It is home to countless seabirds during the breeding season. If you...