4.5 kilometres along route F570, a beautiful river flows parallel from Snæfellsjökull glacier down to the ocean. The river winds down in countless bends and curves, through small ravines, chasms, and gullies. It has several waterfalls, nestled between graphic tuff formations and lush green vegetation, creating a stunning landscape. The terrain around the river and waterfalls is rugged and untouched, offering a sense of true wilderness.
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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 road is a fairly good gravel road and lies parallel to the river, never more than 100 meters away from it.
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Basecamp and facilities
At the start of the road, there is a large service station for the local road service that could serve as basecamp. The phone coverage is excellent where the road starts but declines as you go higher.
Risk factors
The road is gravel and steep in some places. The banks of the river can be unstable, wet and slippery. Some ravines are deep and occasional big boulders and large rocks create obstacles in your way.
Visitors
This area is not a tourist attraction, however, the road F570 leads to Snæfellsjökull glacier which is frequently visited.
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