The black lava arch from which this peninsula takes its name, Dyrhólaey rises out of the North Atlantic. You can walk high on top of the arch at 120 m (394 ft), but if you prefer to avoid heights, there is also a bridge. Admire the panoramic views from the top of Dyrhólaey. Look north to see the Mýrdalsjökull glacier, east to see the black lava Reynisdrangar sea stacks, and west to see the endless coastline. If the weather is warm enough, you may spot puffins in the area, but keep your distance, as they are usually nesting at this time and protective in nature. Dyrholaey has limited road access during some times of the year; during this time more walking is required to see the attraction. Our Vik vacation builder app makes visiting Dyrhólaey and other Vik attractions simple, and helps you make a travel plan personal to you.
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Hoy un día espectacular, salió el rey sol y nos regaló un día maravilloso... las formaciones rocosas en el mar y la interminable playa negra...bella!!! Unas vistas maravillosas ... Dyrhólaey!!! Cada p... more »
Today a spectacular day, the sun king came out and gave us a wonderful day... the rock formations at sea and the endless black beach... Beautiful!!! Wonderful views ... Dyrhólaey!!! Every landscape of Iceland surprises you more and more, it is nature at its finest. Endless black beaches, lava. I'm in love with IcelandView original -
Es sin duda esta playa parada obligada para amantes de los lugares extraños y con personalidad propia, súper fotogénico con ese arco de piedra tallado por los fenómenos erosivos geológicos y el acto r... more »
It is without a doubt this beach stop obligatory for lovers of strange places and with its own personality, super photogenic with that stone arch carved by the geological erosive phenomena and the repeated act of the onslaughts of the seaView original
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Beautiful natural arch that’s part of a bird sanctuary. Tons of birds on this thing. The best views of the arch are from the light house or the lower parking area a little further away.
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The treacherous path leading to mesmerizing scenic points is a must-visit place for anyone visiting Iceland. The 360* view around covering the Diamond beach is simply spell-bounding.
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