Bárður Snæfellsás walking trail
The environment as a whole in the area is unique, where the bird life, combined with the diverse landscape, makes Arnarstapi one of the most popular destinations on the west coast of Iceland.
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Region
Vesturland, Snæfellsnes
Starting point
N64°45.9992 W023°37.7660
Markings
Sign(s) at the starting point of the trail
Duration
30 minutes
Surface
- Paving
- Undefined surface
Hazards
No hazards on the way
Service on the trail
- Restrooms
- Garbage disposal
- Ranger
- Campsite
Lighting
Unilluminated
Period
The trail is open all year, but it is advised the the path may be slippery due to ice during the winter.
Arnastapi is a well-known tourist destination around Snæfellsnes and there has been some development in the area in recent years. Some walking paths around the area are now easily accessible, and there are a large number of restaurants and accommodation facilities in the area. The harbor at Arnastapa and the hiking trails between Arnastapa and Hellnar are destination/resting places. The environment as a whole in the area is unique, where the bird life, combined with the diverse landscape, makes Arnarstapi one of the most popular destinations on the west coast of Iceland. The large loaded image of Bárði Snæfellsás by Ragnar Kjartansson towers over the area and the coastline of Arnarstapa.