Sandvík Beach in Vopnafjörður

Beaches

RegionEast Iceland

Beach typeBlack-sand beach

Sand colourBlack

Best seasonAll year

AdmissionFree

Sandvík Beach in Vopnafjörður is a coastal or beach area in East 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 Vopnafjörður and Vopnafjarðar 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 East Iceland, combining naturally with other landscape, heritage and travel experiences depending on interests and season.

Safety

The Hofsá river can overflow its banks in spring and quicksand may form along the beach. Visitors should therefore use particular caution.

Beach features

Birdlife

Sandvík is a long black-sand beach at the inner end of Vopnafjörður. Visitors can walk the beach, watch birds and search for seashells. At low tide, remains of a ship that ran aground in 1981 may also be visible.