Tangasporður

Beaches

RegionEast Iceland

Beach typeSandy beach

Sand colourWhite

Best seasonAll year

AdmissionFree

Tangasporður 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.

Beach features

Seals

Birdlife

Tangasporður is the outermost part of the Kolbeinstangi peninsula at Vopnafjörður. The landscape features unusual rock formations and white sandy beaches. Birdlife is rich and seals are commonly seen along the shore.