Top 10 Nature & Parks in Westfjords Region, Iceland

October 7, 2021 Elouise Mccaul

Discover the best top things to do in Westfjords Region, Iceland including Hornstrandir Nature Reserve, Dynjandi (Fjallfoss), Raggagardur, Svalvogar, Grimsey Island Drangsnes, Hellulaug Pool, Latrabjarg Cliffs, Latrabjarg bird cliffs, Skruour Botanical gardens, Vigur Island.
Restaurants in Westfjords Region

1. Hornstrandir Nature Reserve

Bolungarvik Iceland
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5.0 based on 30 reviews

Hornstrandir Nature Reserve

Located in the northernmost part of the Westfjord peninsula, which was inhabited from the 9th century, this is a birdwatcher and hikers' paradise.

2. Dynjandi (Fjallfoss)

Route 60, Hrafnseyri Iceland http://www.westfjords.is/en/what-to-see-and-do/places/nature/dynjandi
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5.0 based on 481 reviews

Dynjandi (Fjallfoss)

Dynjandi (also known as Fjallfoss) is the largest waterfall in the Westfjords region of Iceland and is considered to be one of the most impressive waterfalls in all of Iceland. The waterfall in made up of 7 waterfalls, each with its own name, one of which is Dynjandi. Dynjandi means “thunderous”. The total height of the waterfalls is about 100 m.

Reviewed By TonySwiss

The best view of these spectacular waterfalls is from the car park, from where you can view the main falls, at the top, and the various cascades below them. If you are fit and sure of foot, you can climb alongside the stream to stand below the main falls, a sheet of water 60 meters wide falling 100 meters over a horizontally stratified rock face, mimicking a leaping chessboard made of water; quite remarkable, and a sight you will never, ever forget.

3. Raggagardur

Nesvegur 1, Sudavik 420 Iceland +354 823 4566 [email protected] http://raggagardur.com
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Raggagardur

Raggi's Family Park (Raggagardur) was opened in August 2005 in memory of a local boy, Raggi, who sadly lost his life in a car accident. The park consists of play areas for toddlers to OAP's, family BBQ areas, seating and a service hut complete with baby changing facilities and is the heart of the community during the summer months. The park is a gift from the Sudavik community who donate

4. Svalvogar

Thingeyri 400 Iceland http://www.westfjords.is/en/other/place/svalvogar
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Svalvogar

5. Grimsey Island Drangsnes

Drangsnes Iceland
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Grimsey Island Drangsnes

Reviewed By pjbartlett - Southampton, United Kingdom

If you want to see Puffins, and I mean lots of Puffins, then this is the perfect location. You can get to the island of Grimsey by plane or ferry. We had a wonderful few hours walking along the coast taking pictures. You can get quite close to the cliffs and there were 100s of Puffins to view and photograph. We got good results with our 400mm lens. (250mm x 1.6 crop) If you are lucky, you may also get to see whales just off the coastline. The flight is about 30mins from Akureyri. As the island is located on the Arctic Circle, you will also be able to get a certificate to prove that you have crossed the line.

6. Hellulaug Pool

Iceland
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Hellulaug Pool

7. Latrabjarg Cliffs

Latrabjarg Iceland
Excellent
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4.5 based on 39 reviews

Latrabjarg Cliffs

8. Latrabjarg bird cliffs

Latrabjarg Iceland http://www.westfjords.is
Excellent
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4.5 based on 327 reviews

Latrabjarg bird cliffs

9. Skruour Botanical gardens

Thingeyri Iceland
Excellent
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4.5 based on 25 reviews

Skruour Botanical gardens

10. Vigur Island

Isafjordur Iceland +354 456 5111
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Vigur Island

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