Reynisfjara Beach
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Reynisfjara Beach

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Otherworldly black sand beach with basalt columns, sea stacks

rogue waves
cinematic
lava cave
photo opportunities
nature sculpture
touristic
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"A striking black-sand beach formed by eroded basalt with clusters of hexagonal rock columns and sharp sea stacks jutting from the waves. The North Atlantic’s rough, frigid waters make swimming unsafe—sudden, powerful sneaker waves are a real hazard—but the haunting geological scenery is essential viewing on an Iceland itinerary." - Lila Harron Battis Lila Harron Battis Lila Harron Battis is a writer and editor. She was previously a senior editor at Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Reynisfjara Beach
@davidcho
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Really wild place, some of the craziest rocks you've ever seen.

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"I strolled the otherworldly Reynisfjara black sand beach at sunrise and loved the dramatic offshore rock formations; from the cliffs above there are short hikes with amazing views, and from May through August you might even spot puffins." - Matthew Kepnes

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Reynisfjara Beach

E.

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Unfortunately the traffic light was flashing red when we arrived so we couldn’t so further to explore the beach and the basalt rocks. Nevertheless, we tried to enjoy the views and the black sand from the shore. It was definitely remarkable.

David L.

Google
This beach is stunning, but it's also dangerous. Only a few days after we visited, we heard reports of a young girl getting swept away by some of the rogue waves. DO NOT go near the water. Danger aside, the rock formations and various caves along the cliff walls are so beautiful. It's worth just walking alongside the cliff walls and taking it all in. Really did feel like I was on the set of a viking movie or Game of Thrones episode.

Dominic C.

Google
This is a nature sculpture and beautiful place. The pebble and sand is black. Rogue waves sometimes come. You may catch the great photos definitely.

Garry B.

Google
Reynisfjara is an incredible place to see and feel the full force of nature at the very southern tip of Iceland fully exposed to the elements and the North Atlantic . The waves are often very large and the wind can be savage, knocking you off your feet and damaging car door hinges. It’s possibly at its most dangerous when the waves look flat and the infamous sneaker waves can take you by surprise. It has a traffic light warning system and we’ve often turned up to see a red light. That means you can’t go on the beach at all (although this is frequently ignored by tourists). I think the warning light related to how close the waves get to the cave. The cave and basalt columns are amazing geological feature that can be viewed when traffic light is green.

Dtown

Google
Really lovely beach. It was very busy when we went but still worth the trip. Highly recommend

Samantha H.

Google
Very very clean beach. The car park was not slippery and a cute cafe that filled up and got a cosy atmosphere to it. The waves were awesome!! We also remembered the tradition of a small pebble to someone your thinking of. Lovely spot for photos and very well signposted off the main road.

Marius A.

Google
Very nice place, but 1000 people is too much for that beach. Way too touristic! Still give 5 stars if you visit early in the morning, before the flood of people comes.

Dorian N.

Google
Absolutely stunning place! Reynisfjara Black Beach is one of the most beautiful and powerful spots I’ve ever visited. The black volcanic sand, massive basalt columns, and the roaring Atlantic waves make it feel almost otherworldly. You can truly feel the raw energy of nature here. But it’s also a place where you have to be careful, the waves can be crazy and come out of nowhere, so it’s best to keep your distance from the water. Still, standing there and taking it all in is unforgettable. A must-see when visiting Iceland!