"Established in 2001, Snæfellsjökull National Park—the first ever national park created in Iceland —covers an impressive 65 square miles around the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, which itself extends some 44 miles into the sea from Iceland’s west coast. The park is dominated by the Snæfellsjökull volcano, whose 4,741-foot-high ice cap—made famous by Jules Verne’s novel Journey to the Center of the Earth —is sometimes visible from Reykjavík. The volcano remains one of the main draws of the park, thanks to its opportunities for climbing, sledding, and skiing, but the rugged coastline of the peninsula is also dotted with picturesque fishing villages and full of native birdlife and lava fields such as Búðahraun, a designated nature reserve, ripe for exploration."
"The Snæfellsjökull glacier is another location in Iceland where you can send your recorded scream to be played. This setting provides a serene and natural environment for primal therapy, allowing for emotional release in the heart of Iceland's wilderness."
I took an off-road trail and discovered a quiet lighthouse tucked away in Snæfellsbær, Iceland, inside Snæfellsjökull National Park.
Péter P.
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We attempted the route on F575, but unfortunately it was closed further up—perhaps 570 would have been the better choice. That said, it turned out to be a really fun 4x4 adventure. Definitely not a road for regular cars—both prohibited and impractical!
Georg
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Simply stunning.
If you have a 4x4 i recommend driving the F570. You will get to a point very close to the glacier.
Breathtaking views and a adventure in itself.
Please do not go without 4x4
Stella
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Unfortunately, the road to the glacier was closed when we tried to drive up. The scenery is beautiful and it’s not crowded like a lot of other places in Iceland are. You definitely need an SUV/ 4x4 to get there. The off road tour up the F575 is fun!
Mitch G.
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Beautiful area on the peninsula! Only two hours from Reykjavík. The coastline has many beautiful rock formations. Great place to drive around the peninsula and spend a day or two. We stayed at the foss hotel in Helnar which was very nice and had a great restaurant. You can do a one hour tour through a lava tube which is really really cool!
Francisco S.
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I ve not words.... Two Times reached the Volcan of J Verne. On the year 2.010 and 2011. Incredible Wiews......
Maria P.
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A beautiful place on the tip of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. It is a glacier capped volcano. It stands in the National Park and it has several small villages surrounding it. We captured it in the background with the pictures I included from Snæfellsjökull Nature Park.
James W.
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Such a beautiful place. Definitely worth going again.