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Stafsnes beach, Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland.
The zen of Stafsnes – The hidden beach

The zen of Stafsnes – The hidden beach

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The walking track to Stafsnes, a beautiful hidden beach on Heimaey. Stafsnes beach is peacefully nestled in a cove behind the impressive folded cliffs of Bl谩tindur. It’s almost like Hawaii – but without the palm trees. It can be blissfully sheltered and significantly warmer than the rest of the island. The only way to get there is to hike down the steep slopes behind Herj贸lfsdalur. On the way you’ll pass by the little house on the giant plug that makes you want to stay overnight and enjoy the sunset in this idyllic location.

View to Klif from Heimaklettur, Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland.
The walking track to Klif – The beacon rock

The walking track to Klif – The beacon rock

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This is more like the scrambling track to Klif, with ropes down the slope and a beacon of light on the top. You can haul yourself up this stunning cliff along ropes and chains attached to the upper parts. That may sound a bit discouraging, but the hike is actually a lot of fun. It鈥檚 not as difficult as it looks and well worth the effort. There’s also that incredible view of a multitude of jumbled rocks from the top of Klif. In this article I will show you the ropes – and how to get there.

View to Bl谩tindur, Herj贸lfsdalur, Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland.
The walking track to Bl谩tindur – The dazzling heights of Dalfjall

The walking track to Bl谩tindur – The dazzling heights of Dalfjall

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Bl谩tindur is the imposing peak rising up above Herj贸lfsdalur, beyond the daunting peaks of Dalfjall on the island of Heimaey. It takes a bit of effort to scramble up there, but you’ll be rewarded with some truly jaw-dropping views on the hike to the top. Including Bl谩tindur casting its mighty shadow majestically into the bowl of Herj贸lfsdalur, if you go up in the afternoon.

Sunset over Herj贸lfsdalur, Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland.
The walking track to Herj贸lfsdalur – The Valley of Magic

The walking track to Herj贸lfsdalur – The Valley of Magic

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Herj贸lfsdalur is intimidatingly beautiful, whichever angle you look at it. It looks like a giant natural amphitheatre, with stupendous rocks rising up on all sides as you enter the valley. The walk along the top ridge is one not to be missed. The distraction rate is very high, and there’s a great density of spectacular sights and features along the way. Herj贸lfsdalur is also the setting for the yearly 脼j贸冒h谩t铆冒 festival in August. On the last evening, the mountainside is set alight with a row of flames along the entire length of the valley – a magnificent sight to see!

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