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Ósland is a small protected recreation area beside Höfn in Hornafjörður. It was protected in 1982 and covers approximately 0.17 km².
Despite its small size, Ósland offers coastal scenery, birdlife and attractive views across Hornafjörður and the surrounding mountains.
The area is easily accessible from Höfn and works well for a short nature walk. Visitors can also stop at Höfn Swimming Pool while exploring the town.
Visitors should use established paths where possible and protect vegetation and birdlife.
The purpose of protecting Ósland is to preserve its natural and recreational value by Hornafjörður.
Ósland is a small but varied recreational area by Höfn with coastal landscapes, birdlife and views across Hornafjörður.
Visitors should protect birdlife and vegetation and use established paths where appropriate.
Official website
Ósland Protected Recreation Area
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Ósland - Fólkvangur er friðlýst náttúru- og útivistarsvæði á Íslandi. Hér finnur þú upplýsingar um svæðið, náttúruna og áhugaverða staði í nágrenninu.
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