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Dyrhólaey

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Dyrhólaey, formerly known by seamen as Cape Portland, is a small promontory located on the south coast of Iceland, not far from the village …

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Oct 6, 2024
I was here last week almost hurricane force winds in a light rain. Awesome experience but not great view because of clouds. If you go here when windy park facing the wind so you don’t damage car door… Full review by misut1961
Oct 1, 2024
A beautiful view in what (I believe) is Icelands' most Southern point. Geography aside, there are two main areas to park and take in the views. The lighthouse which has an excellent elevated view o… Full review by RicardoBowie
Sep 30, 2024
Here is near black sand beach. One good place to visit and walk there, go to black sand beach and take very beautiful pictures Full review by ghazalefb
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Located not far from the village of Vík, this small peninsula with cliffs is a protected area. It is home to many seabirds, including puffins, gull…
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Hi, is the road to the light house open currently ? there are other review saying that road is closed during summer to protect …
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Hi, is the road to the light house open currently ? there are other review saying that road is closed during summer to protect the puffins. I will be visiting next week. thanks
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I’m not sure I was there in February. I know puffin season starts in April
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Am going to be in Iceland in April 2019, is it possible to drive up to the top in a rental van with 8 passengers?
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I believe it was a gravel/dirt road but should be no problem unless very wet or icy.
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How do I find information on renting the lighthouse? Price? Availability etc Thanks in advance
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Just go on a renting site like Trivago. It seems to be quite hard though to have a room.
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One of the sites I was on said you could actually walk out on the arch if you weren't afraid of heights. I don't really see …
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One of the sites I was on said you could actually walk out on the arch if you weren't afraid of heights. I don't really see myself doing this (seems like a good way to get a stupid tourist award to me!) but I was wondering if anyone has tried it or knows anyone who has?
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I don't advise walking out on the arch. Leaving designated trails leads to damage of the flora which takes a lot of time to grow. There is also a safety concern.
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