About 15km west of the intersection of Rte 54 and Rte 56 lies the dramatic, spiky lava field at Berserkjahraun (Berserkers’ lava field). Crowned by looming mountains, this lunar landscape gets its name from Eyrbyggja Saga.
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³§²Ôæ´Ú±ð±ô±ô²õÂáö°ì³Ü±ô±ô National Park
29.3 MILES
³§²Ôæ´Ú±ð±ô±ô²õÂáö°ì³Ü±ô±ô National Park encompasses much of the western tip of Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and wraps around the rugged slopes of the glacier…
9.44 MILES
Stykkishólmur’s jagged peninsula pushes north into stunning µþ°ù±ð¾±Ã°²¹´ÚÂáö°ùð³Ü°ù, a broad waterway separating the Snæfellsnes from the looming cliffs of the…
27.73 MILES
It’s easy to see why Jules Verne selected Snæfell for his adventure Journey to the Centre of the Earth: the peak was torn apart when the volcano beneath…
9.09 MILES
Stykkishólmur’s quaint maritime charm comes from the cluster of wooden warehouses, shops and homes around the town’s harbour. Most date back about 150…
11.43 MILES
Kirkjufell (463m), guardian of Grundarfjörður’s northwestern vista, is said to be one of the most photographed spots in Iceland, appearing in Game of…
9.31 MILES
The basalt island ³§Ãº²µ²¹²Ô»å¾±²õ±ð²â features a scenic lighthouse and grand views across µþ°ù±ð¾±Ã°²¹´ÚÂáö°ùð³Ü°ù. Reach it via the causeway at Stykkishólmur harbour.
1.79 MILES
The farmstead at Bjarnarhöfn is the region’s leading producer of hákarl (fermented shark meat), a traditional Icelandic dish. The museum has exhibits on…
7.37 MILES
About 5km south of Stykkishólmur, the holy mountain Helgafell (73m) was once venerated by worshippers of the god Þór. Although quite small, the mountain…
Nearby Snæfellsnes Peninsula attractions
1.79 MILES
The farmstead at Bjarnarhöfn is the region’s leading producer of hákarl (fermented shark meat), a traditional Icelandic dish. The museum has exhibits on…
7.37 MILES
About 5km south of Stykkishólmur, the holy mountain Helgafell (73m) was once venerated by worshippers of the god Þór. Although quite small, the mountain…
8.82 MILES
Get a 360 degree view of town and the fjords from this viewing disc marked with local landmarks.
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9.02 MILES
Stykkishólmur's futuristic church, designed by Jón Haraldsson, has a sweeping bell tower that looks like a whale vertebra. The interior features hundreds…
9.07 MILES
For relaxing views of town and bay, head up the hill to the Library of Water. This window-lined space showcases an installation by American artist Roni…
9.07 MILES
The Volcano Museum, housed in Stykkishólmur's old cinema, is the brainchild of vulcanologist Haraldur Sigurðsson, and features art depicting volcanoes,…
9.09 MILES
Stykkishólmur’s quaint maritime charm comes from the cluster of wooden warehouses, shops and homes around the town’s harbour. Most date back about 150…
9.31 MILES
The basalt island ³§Ãº²µ²¹²Ô»å¾±²õ±ð²â features a scenic lighthouse and grand views across µþ°ù±ð¾±Ã°²¹´ÚÂáö°ùð³Ü°ù. Reach it via the causeway at Stykkishólmur harbour.