Stokksnes and Vestrahorn Beach
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Stokksnes and Vestrahorn Beach

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RegionSouth Iceland
Beach typeSand and rocky beach
Sand colourBlack
Best seasonAll year

Stokksnes is a dramatic coastal area beneath Vestrahorn, a short drive from Höfn. The area is known for its dark sand beaches, rocky shoreline and striking mountain views. Atlantic waves shape the coast, and seals may occasionally be seen in the area.

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The coastline at Stokksnes lies beneath Vestrahorn and consists of dark sand beaches and rocky Atlantic shoreline.

Source Last verified: 16. September 2026

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