Látrabjarg
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Puffin enthusiasts flock to Europe's largest seabird cliff, which over one million birds call home.

📜 Látrabjarg, Iceland's westernmost point, is Europe's largest seabird cliff.
🔍 Home to over a million birds, including puffins, razorbills, and guillemots. Designated a nature reserve in March 2021, it stretches 14 km and reaches up to 441 meters high.

Why Go

🐦 Unforgettable birdwatching, seeing millions of birds up close, especially puffins
🚶‍♀️ Splendid hiking opportunities along 14 km of cliffs with stunning ocean views
📸 Great photography opportunities
🌿 Unique natural reserve with diverse seabird populations

Why Avoid

🌬️ Fierce winds can make conditions challenging
⚠️ Drive carefully on narrow, unpaved gravel roads to access (can be a long drive)
🚫 Strict rules for nature reserve: no drones, off-road driving, camping, or fire prohibited
🚧 No fences/rails in some areas, always stay behind the white line

Tips

🗓️ Best time to visit: May to August for nesting birds
🥾 Wear sturdy hiking boots
🔭 Bring binoculars and a zoom lens for birdwatching
📏 Stay behind the white safety line painted near the cliff edge.
🐕 Pets are not allowed during bird nesting season (May 15 - September 15); otherwise, keep them on a leash.
🚗 From Reykjavik, it takes about 6 hours (260 miles / 424 km) to reach.

🅿️ Parking Free parking available at the end of Road 612 near the lighthouse.

🕒 Hours Open daily

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