Látrabjarg
Cliff · Westfjords ·

Látrabjarg

Cliff · Westfjords ·

Vast red sand beach with unique tranquility and changing hues

puffins
cliffs
dramatic cliff views
birdlife
nesting birds
panoramic views
lighthouse
walking trails
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"Rauðisandur Beach Rauðisandur, or (Red Sand), is precisely that: a beach with red sand. Endless red sand. Well, not endless, but 10 km is a lot. The magnificent hues of the sand differ with daylight and weather, and the beach is the biggest pearl in a string of coves with sand ranging in colors from white through yellow through red to black, and in coarseness from very fine to sole-hurting chips of seashells. What to do in Rauðisandur? Nothing. Absolutely nothing. There is a cafe but not much else. There’s just pure sand and unique tranquility. You might want to step out of the car, get the camera out and start walking. Forget everything. Except maybe getting the perfect shot of the ever-changing hues of yellow, orange and red. Getting there the road (614) is not of great quality and it's very winding with 180-degree turns. Not protected with rails and narrow at times. I admit I was really scared looking down on my side of the car. Our car wasn't really fit for this kind of road even if it is not an F type road. Jeep-like vehicles are best. But at the end of that was this magnificent beach and it was worth it."

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Látrabjarg

Terri S.

Google
It's a long, bumpy drive out to the Cliffs (see videos).There is a WC once you get closer to the Cliffs, but before the parking lot. It was quite thick with fog/smoke/volcanic ash when we went on 7/18. But it cleared up after we walked about 2.5 km up the cliffs and 2.5 back. Since it was clearer we could see puffins better toward the beginning of the trail.

Rebecca L.

Google
The most western point of Iceland! We came here to see puffins but we saw much more. This cliff houses millions of birds. It was a bit tough to get there, but definitely worth the stop!

Ewa P.

Google
Loved that place! The end way was a bit demanding, but fine for 4x4, however the views were amazing! After the arrival we could observe many birds and we’ve seen some puffins, they are beautiful 😍

Halina M.

Google
Even on a foggy day, this place was worth it. We came at midday and still saw some puffins. Pro tip - first look around the area by the parking lot before setting off hiking among the clouds looking for birds. The drive up has amazing views. Don’t let reviews about tough roads put you off - the road is doable and has plenty of space. It just has a lot of potholes. If you did route 54, this road will feel like a breeze.

Jack P.

Google
Puffins vere gone in my visit (end of august). This year they left earlier, perhaps due to a lot of rain this season on iceland. However cliffs are amazing, some other birds to observe possible. Driving there is a long way but stunning views. HINT: Bring bynoculars ;)

Robert P.

Google
We went to Látrabjarg late at night (bright due to the time of year) and were originally disappointed as we only saw a single puffin, which is why we came there. However, on our walk back, we walked along the path that stayed near the edge of the cliff, and found that the puffins are there. I would imagine they avoid the large cliff face as it is mostly rock and they seem to like to burrow in grass and dirt. Getting here is a bit of a hike, so staying nearby for the night might be a good plan.

Jenna W.

Google
We arrived at the cliffs at 9pm as recommended by other reviewers and people in town. The puffins did not disappoint! We spent two hours watching the cute birds fly on and off the cliff, and waddle around the edges. There were many photographers there but not overwhelmingly so. It really is the best time to view them as they are out fishing during the day. We also saw many auks. We didn’t want to leave. Many photographers brought out their giant lenses, but you can also get decent photos with your phone because the puffins are so close and unafraid. It is quite a journey out to the cliffs. It took us a little over an hour from Patreksfjurdor. There is one bathroom/rest stop available before reaching the cliffs.

Leanne A.

Google
So worth the drive! Don't go in the middle of the day because the puffins are out to sea hunting. We got there about 10pm and stayed through midnight and there were plenty of puffin without waking very far. The road there was bumpy and along cliffs on dirt road so we were worried about getting a flat tire, but so glad we took on the adventure. Once in a lifetime place! You can get with in a few feet of the puffins. They just stay there and pose.