Lake
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Höfn, Iceland
A lagoon filled with drifting icebergs that break off the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier tongue.
Mountain · Iceland · East Iceland
Stokksnes and Vestrahorn
A jagged mountain rising behind black dunes and a tidal lagoon, a favourite with photographers.
about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Stokksnes and Vestrahorn matters
Vestrahorn is a sharp, craggy mountain that rises straight from the sea on the Stokksnes peninsula. In front of it lie black sand dunes with golden grass and a shallow tidal lagoon that reflects the peaks. It's privately owned land, and a small entry fee is usually charged at a cafe on arrival. Come at sunrise or sunset for the best light.
Talking points
- The mountain rises straight out of the sea.
- Dunes and grass frame the view.
- Entry is usually paid at the cafe by the road.
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Good to know: Access is over private land; a small fee is normally collected on arrival.
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