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Vestrahorn

Höfn

Rating 5 /5
Martin & Tina
Opening hours

Dependent on season • More

Time requirement

Less than 1 hour

Difficulty

Low difficulty

Parking

Dedicated parking lot

Food & drinks

Available

Kids

Kids friendly

Dogs

Dog friendly

Drone

Possible to fly a drone

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Place description

Vestrahorn is one of the most iconic places in Iceland. It is located on the southeast coast, about 10 minutes drive from Höfn. This place is unique with its dramatic cliffs, black beach and grassy dunes. You can get right up to Stokksnes beach, but you have to buy a car “ticket” at the local café at the barrier at the beginning of the beach.

The Vestrahorn is a popular place for photography. Every season offers a different charm. The beach is covered with grass in summer and snow in winter. Almost every season, however, you can expect very strong winds that can make your visit to this place a bit unpleasant.

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Admission

Admission can be purchased either at the local café – Viking Cafe, or at a vending machine outside café opening hours.

Tips for accommodation in the area

Seljavellir Guesthouse

Höfn í Hornafirði • $

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Affordable accommodation in the eastern part of the island, near the famous Diamond Beach and Vestrahorn area. The town of Höfn is nearby, where many restaurants and shops can be found.

Weather forecast

Weather forecast for Vestrahorn, Höfn

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