Vík is a picturesque village on the south coast of Iceland. It is known for its stunning black sand beach and the iconic Reynisdrangar rock formations that serve as a backdrop to this beautiful place. Reynisdrangar are basalt sea stacks rising out of the ocean, making filming on the black beach close to them an absolute joy. The beach is a 3 kilometres long stretch of volcanic ash and sand and offers a fantastic contrast between the fizzing white surf and the stark black sand. There are two great panoramic viewpoints for the village, Reynisdrangar and the beach. The first one by the church, situated high up in the village, and the other one up on Mt. Reynisfjall where you also get a panoramic view of the Reynisfjara and Dyrhólaey on the other side.
Vík
South coast, Iceland
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Climate
The South Coast of Iceland is known for its unpredictable and ever-changing weather. The region is characterized by a subarctic oceanic climate, which means that the temperatures are relatively mild, but the weather can be quite stormy and windy.
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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 area is on route no 1. Off-road driving is strictly forbidden in Iceland, especially on the famous black sands.
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Basecamp and facilities
There are several options for basecamps and tech bases in the village. The village is one of Iceland’s most visited places, so all facilities are close by. Phone coverage is excellent.
Risk factors
It can get strenuous to work in the sand. The road that leads up Mt. Reynisfjall is very steep and only suitable for specialised vehicles. Winds in the region can get extreme.
Visitors
The village is the island’s foremost tourist village. Thousands of people drive through here to continue their journey along the south coast of Iceland.
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