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Hólmanes Protected Recreation Area

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Established1973
Area3.18 km²
Managing authorityNáttúruverndarstofnun

Hólmanes is a protected recreation area between Eskifjörður and Reyðarfjörður in East Iceland. The area was protected in 1973 and covers approximately 3.18 km².

The landscape includes cliffs, coastal formations, vegetation and rich birdlife. The protection preserves the natural environment while maintaining public access for outdoor recreation.

A visit can easily be combined with travel through the Eastfjords. Nearby services include the Eskifjörður campsite and Reyðarfjörður campsite.

Visitors should use recognised routes where available and avoid disturbing coastal formations, vegetation or birdlife.

Protection purpose

The protection of Hólmanes aims to conserve its varied coastal landscape, geological formations, vegetation and birdlife.

Description

Hólmanes lies between Eskifjörður and Reyðarfjörður and is characterised by cliffs, coastal formations, vegetation and diverse birdlife.

Regulations

Visitors should use established walking routes and avoid disturbing the natural environment.

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Hólmanes - Fólkvangur

Hólmanes - Fólkvangur er friðlýst náttúru- og útivistarsvæði á Íslandi. Hér finnur þú upplýsingar um svæðið, náttúruna og áhugaverða staði í nágrenninu.