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Visiting Arnarstapi in winter is a must. This is one of the most beautiful places in Iceland: you'll love the contrast between the black lava cliffs with their various rock formations and the mountains and fields covered in white snow.Here are some useful tips to help you prepare for your visit and have a wonderful time! Why visit Arnarstapi in winter Is Arnarstapi worth a visit in winter? Our opinion: Yes, Arnarstapi is well worth a visit in winter. While some attractions may be closed or … [Read more...] about Arnarstapi in winter (and Gatklettur): tips + photos

Here are our tips for visiting Ytri Tunga beach in winter and watching the seals bask on the rocks: map, accessibility, points of interest... Is Ytri Tunga beach worth a visit in winter? Our opinion: Yes, Ytri Tunga beach is well worth a visit in winter, even if there are fewer seals. The beach is transformed into a frosted wonderland, with snow-dusted landscapes contrasting with the black of the rocks (this is where we saw our favorite landscape of the peninsula, to be discovered later in the … [Read more...] about Ytri Tunga beach in winter (with seals): tips + photos

If you want to get away from it all, don't hesitate to climb the Saxholl volcano in winter. The metal staircase makes it possible! And the views are some of the finest on the Snaefellsnes peninsula.Here are some useful tips to help you prepare for your visit and have a wonderful time! Is Saxholl worth a visit in winter? Our opinion: Yes, the Saxholl crater is well worth a visit in winter. The crater and surrounding lava fields are snow-covered, creating beautiful, contrasting black-and-white … [Read more...] about Saxholl crater in winter (Snaefellsnes): tips + photos

On your tour of the Snafellsnes peninsula, make a detour to admire the Malarrif lighthouse in winter, surrounded by snow, and visit the small museum to learn more about the region. Here are our tips for your passage. Is the Malarrif lighthouse worth a visit in winter? Our opinion: Yes, visiting the Malarrif lighthouse in winter is an experience we recommend. The iconic tower rises out of the frozen landscape, surrounded by snow-covered lava fields and towering basalt cliffs.What's more, the … [Read more...] about Malarrif lighthouse in winter (Snaefellsnes): tips + photos

When touring the Snaefellsnes peninsula, don't miss the beauty of Londragar's rock formations in winter. A short walk from the parking lot takes you to one of Iceland's most beautiful viewpoints!Here are some useful tips to help you prepare for your visit and have a wonderful time! Is Londrangar worth a visit in winter? Our opinion: Visiting the iconic basalt cliffs of Lóndrangar in winter is a breathtaking experience. These rock formations, sculpted by the sea, are even more impressive when … [Read more...] about Londrangar in winter (Snaefellsnes): tips + photos

Budakirkja is surely the most photographed church in Iceland (apart from Reykjavik Cathedral). It's even more impressive in winter.In this article, you'll find some useful tips to help you prepare for your visit and have a wonderful time! Why visit Iceland's black church: Budakirkja Is Budakirkja worth a visit? Our opinion: Yes, Budakirkja is well worth a visit in winter. It's a short detour on your loop around the peninsula, and the black church is even more stunning against the snowy … [Read more...] about Budakirkja Black Church in winter (tips + photos)