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What to do and see in Snaefellsbaer, West Region: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Snaefellsbaer, Iceland including Londrangar Basalt Cliffs, Rauofeldsgja, Skardsvik Beach, Bjarnarfoss, Saxholl Crater, Svortuloft Lighthouse, Olkelda Mineral Spring.
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1. Londrangar Basalt Cliffs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By Allkuans - Singapore, Singapore
Most people would recommend this hike in one direction or the other. The most useful advice I found was parking at Malarrif and then do a return hike, ie, Malarrif-Londragar-Malarrif. However, I modified this slightly and this is my suggestion (if you are driving from Arnapstapi): 1. Park at Londrangar, walk to the viewing platform to see the basalt cliffs. 2. Drive a short distance further on to Malarrif, visit the excellent Tourist Information Centre. The toilet is open 24 hours. 3. Walk towards Londrangar as far as you wish to view the basalt cliffs, depending on your time availability. 4. Do a walk along the Malarrif beach as well. We
2. Rauofeldsgja
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By dr_j_now - Germantown, United States
As some others have mentioned, even just hiking up to the crevice entrance is more challenging than it looks. Since it's just a steady incline with no breaks it can be tiring. You'll definitely want waterproof shoes to go beyond the entrance at all since you'll be walking through a stream of water. There were a decent number of people here on the day we visited, but it wasn't terribly crowded. There were definitely many more people outside than inside.
3. Skardsvik Beach
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By 873KimT873 - Cologne, Germany
I happened upon Skarðsvík Beach during my drive of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula while I was on my way to Svörtuloft Lighthouse. It really looks stunning to see a golden beach in a country full of black sand beaches, especially against the lava rocks background and the blue sea. It looked almost tropical. It was very peaceful to walk along the shoreline and watch the crashing waves. Just be careful if you are visiting at high tide and/or it is very windy.
4. Bjarnarfoss
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4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By 538JoanneH - London, United Kingdom
We just spotted this from the road (like everyone else) so hopped out for a closer look. Two of us climbed the steep little path past the bridge viewpoint to get nearer the top - recommended if you have the time and agility and a waterproof coat! Otherwise you can see the falls well from the bottom. A good little stop on a Snaefellsnes road trip.
5. Saxholl Crater
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4.0 based on 160 reviews
Reviewed By john_carsley - Vancouver, Canada
Right off the highway, handily supplied with metal stairs (not at all steep), it’s a worthwhile stop, both for the crater, and the fabulous views. Wear your windbreaker and hat, it’s always windy.
6. Svortuloft Lighthouse
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4.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By 873KimT873 - Cologne, Germany
I wanted to visit Svörtuloft, also called Skálasnagaviti during my drive of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. The drive there was somewhat rough and bumpy and I was glad I had a car with higher ground clearance, although there were several smaller cars that also braved the access road. The lighthouse is painted a bright orange and looks great against the lava field and the ocean background. I was lucky with the weather and saw it in beautiful sunshine. There are also a table and benches for a picknick. Well worth the detour if you have a sturdy car and/or don't mind the bumpy road.
