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Ástjörn and Ásfjall form a protected recreation area in Hafnarfjörður where wetlands, hills, vegetation and wildlife create an important natural environment. The area was protected in 1996 and covers approximately 0.57 km².
The purpose of the protection is to preserve Ásfjall, the surroundings of Ástjörn and a valuable outdoor recreation area. Ásfjall offers wide views across the Capital Region, while Ástjörn provides important wetland and bird habitats.
The protected Ástjörn Nature Reserve lies within the wider area. Visitors can also combine a walk here with a visit to Hafnarfjörður or Hamarinn Natural Monument.
Visitors should protect vegetation and birdlife and respect restrictions applying to the sensitive Ástjörn wetland.
The purpose of the protected recreation area is to conserve Ásfjall, the surroundings of Ástjörn and an important natural recreation area in Hafnarfjörður, including geological features, vegetation and wildlife.
Ástjörn and Ásfjall form a varied natural and recreational landscape in Hafnarfjörður. Ásfjall offers wide views while Ástjörn is an important wetland and bird habitat.
Visitors should protect vegetation and birdlife and respect the protected status of Ástjörn.
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Ástjörn and Ásfjall Protected Recreation Area
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