Mýrdalshreppur

Zwarte zandstranden in Mýrdalshreppur

Icelandic Black Sand Beaches

Located in the Mýrdalshreppur region of southern Iceland, these black sand beaches are defined by volcanic sediment and dramatic geological formations. The coastline features the Reynisdrangar basalt sea stacks, the Dyrhólaey stone arch, and expansive fields of dark ash. These sites showcase unique features such as hexagonal basalt columns, sea caves, and views of the Atlantic Ocean. Visitors can observe nesting puffins during summer months and explore the remnants of historic shipwrecks along the shore.

Icelandic Black Sand Beaches — Kaart

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Reynisfjara Beach

Black sand beach known for its striking basalt sea stacks, caves, and coastal views. Part of a UNESCO geological reserve with notable volcanic sand formations.

B

Dyrhólafjara

Black sand beach situated beneath the Dyrhólaey promontory, offering views of the massive stone sea arch and the Reynisdrangar stacks.

C

Sólheimafjara

Extensive black sand beach formed by glacial outwash from the Mýrdalsjökull volcano. It serves as the access route to the Sólheimasandur DC-3 plane wreck.

D

Kirkjufjara Beach

Coastal area near Dyrhólaey featuring views of the Arnardrangur rock stack. Access is frequently restricted due to dangerous sneaker waves and high tides.

E

Dyrhólafjara

Black sand beach situated beneath the Dyrhólaey promontory, offering views of the massive stone sea arch and the Reynisdrangar stacks.

F

Reynisfjara Beach

Volcanic beach featuring the Hálsanefshellir sea cave and the Reynisdrangar basalt stacks rising from the ocean.

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Sólheimafjara

Extensive black sand beach formed by glacial outwash from the Mýrdalsjökull volcano. It serves as the access route to the Sólheimasandur DC-3 plane wreck.