Vestrahorn and Stokksnes beach

Vestrahorn is a majestic 454 meter-high mountain in southeastern Iceland. Although its height is moderate, its steep slopes and distinctive silhouette make it spectacular. It overlooks the magnificent black sand beach of Stokksnes, bordered by lush green dunes.

Although relatively popular, it remains far less touristy than the main sites of the Golden Circle, probably due to its remoteness from the capital. Yet it's only an hour's drive from the famous Jökulsárlón Lagoon. Stokksnes beach is particularly popular with photographers, with the reflection of Vestrahorn in the bay and the dunes contrasting beautifully with the black sand.

Between the café and the beach, you can also visit a Viking village that was reconstructed for the purposes of a movie- which, funnily enough, was never actually filmed! The bay is also known for attracting many seals, which you can observe on your nearby walks.