Djúpalónssandur is a black sand beach in a small cove on the southwestern tip of Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Also known as the black sand pebble beach, this location is famous for its unique rock formations and the wreckage of a British trawler that lies on its shore. The surrounding lava flowed to the sea and created a stunning landscape of rugged cliffs and stacks with holes and graphic formations. There are also two small lagoons that rise and fall with the tide. This location offers a symphonie of contrast between the crashing white waves and the black sands that glisten when wet against the backdrop of rugged cliffs, thus creating a mesmerizing tableau of textures and hues.
Djúpalónssandur
Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland
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Climate
The weather in Snæfellsnes Peninsula is characterized by its unpredictability and dramatic shifts. Rain showers, fog and gusty winds along with a beautiful sunshine can be expected all in one day. The climate is under the influence of Snæfellsjökull glacier and coastal climate in the Atlantic Ocean.
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Lighting
The longest day in Iceland is multiple days from May through July when the sun doesn't set. The daylight hours in Iceland on the shortest days of the year are 4-5 hours per day (December to January).
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The parking lot lies 2 kilometers off the main road. From there, numerous paths lie down between the stacks and to the beach and the lagoons. The quickest path down to the water’s edge is 500 meters and an easy hike.
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Basecamp and facilities
There is a medium-large parking lot at this location with basic WC facilities. From the parking lot, there is a 500 meters hike through paths all the way down to waters edge. Phone coverage is excellent at this location.
Risk factors
The surf can be big and current strong, and accidents can happen along the rocky coastline if you venture too close to the edge while filming from above.
Visitors
Djúpalónssandur is a popular tourist attraction where most people stop for a few hours exploring the beach, stacks and numerous hiking paths that lead through the lava.
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