Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Látrabjarg Peninsula
Best known for its dramatic cliffs and abundant bird life, the remote Látrabjarg Peninsula
also has wonderful deserted multihued beaches and plenty of long, leisurely walks. Roads
are sandy and bumpy.
Sights & Activities
Joining Rte 612 from Rte 62, you'll pass the rusting hulk of the fishing boat
Garðar
near
the head of the fjord. From there you will start encountering empty, golden beaches, the
airstrip at Sauðlauksdalur, and sights dotted around the peninsula.
Rauðasandur
BEACH
Stunning Rauðasandur beach stretches out in shades of deep pink and red sands on the
southern edge of the peninsula. Pounded by the surf and backed by a huge azure lagoon, it
is an exceptionally beautiful and serene place. You can walk along the coast path from
Látrabjarg bird cliffs to Rauðasandur (about 20km), or approach it by car from Rte 612 by
taking bumpy Rte 614 for about 10km.
Breiðavík
BEACH
At Breiðavík, the enormous and stunning golden-sand beach is framed by rocky cliffs and
the turquoise waters of the bay. Certainly one of Iceland's best beaches, the idyllic spot is
usually deserted. The large
Breiðavík guesthouse
is here.
Minjasafn Egils Ólafssonar Museum
MUSEUM
(Hnjótur Museum; 456 1511;
www.hnjotur.is
;Hnjótur;adult/child Ikr1000/free; 10am-6pm May-
Aug)
In Hnjótur, about 10km west of Sauðlauksdalur, it's worth stopping at Minjasafn Egils
Ólafssonar Museum. The eclectic collection includes salvaged fishing boats and displays
on regional history from whaling and farming to 1947 footage of a trawler wreck. There's
a basic cafe (snacks from Ikr450).
