Löngufjörur Beach

Beaches

RegionWest Iceland

Beach typeSandy beach

Sand colourLight

Best seasonAll year

Löngufjörur Beach is a coastal or beach area in West Iceland, shaped by open shoreline, sea views and the surrounding landscape. Tides, light and weather can change the character of the coast significantly, making each visit look and feel different. The visit can be combined with Stykkishólmur and Fáskrúðarbakka Church . Around Icelandic coasts, always keep a safe distance from strong surf and pay close attention to local conditions.

The place can form part of a wider trip through West Iceland, combining naturally with other landscape, heritage and travel experiences depending on interests and season.

Safety

Dangerous waves

Walking at Löngufjörur without an experienced guide familiar with the area is not recommended. Visitors need to be aware of tides and cliffs. Unpredictable waves and quicksand can make the area dangerous.

Löngufjörur is a light sandy beach on the southern shore of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. The beach is particularly well known for guided horseback riding.