By Monika

E.9 Snæfellsnes Peninsula – Why You Should Add It to Your itinerary!.

Often called “Iceland in Miniature,” the Snæfellsnes Peninsula is packed with dramatic cliffs, black and golden beaches, waterfalls, lava fields, charming fishing villages, and one of Iceland’s most famous mountains.

In this episode, I’ll take you on a road trip around the peninsula and will share the best places to stop, a few lesser-known gems, and some helpful tips from my own visits.

In this episode:

  • The famous Kirkjufell Mountain and Kirkjufellsfoss
  • Búðir Black Church and Ytri Tunga Seal Beach
  • The Arnarstapi to Hellnar coastal walk
  • Djúpalónssandur Beach and Saxhóll Crater
  • Snæfellsjökull Glacier and dramatic coastal scenery
  • Colorful Hellissandur and charming Ólafsvík
  • Berserkjahraun Lava Field and Selvallafoss Waterfall
  • A fun bonus stop where you can make your own Iceland souvenir

Whether you’re visiting Snæfellsnes on a day trip from Reykjavík or spending a few days exploring, this episode will help you plan your route and discover why this beautiful peninsula is one of my favorite parts of Iceland.

👉 Read the full Snæfellsnes Peninsula guide: Snæfellsnes Peninsula – A Complete Guide and Top Things to See.

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Some places mentioned in this episode:

A natural stone arch in the ocean on Snaefellsnes Peninsula in Iceland.
Gattkletur Stone Arch
A large mural of a ram on Snaefellsnes Peninsula in Iceland.
Hellissandur murals
A pointy green mountain called Kirkjufell Mountain and the waterfall on Snaefellsnes Peninsula in Iceland.
Kirkjufell

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Meet Monika!

An avid traveler, a passionate trip planner and a true Iceland enthusiast, who keeps returning again and again to visit new places, revisit old favorites and share her experiences to help you plan your trip!

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