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Varmárósar Nature Reserve is a small but diverse protected area in Mosfellsbær where the freshwater of the Varmá River meets the sea. The reserve was established in 1980 and covers less than 0.1 km².
The reserve protects an estuary, wetland and coastal ecosystem. The meeting of fresh water and seawater creates varied habitats for vegetation, small animals and birds.
Varmárósar is close to urban areas and can easily be visited while exploring Mosfellsbær. Nearby attractions include Varmárlaug, while hikers can also explore the popular Esjan to Steinn route.
Visitors should take particular care around birdlife and sensitive wetlands and avoid unnecessary disturbance.
The purpose of protecting Varmárósar is to conserve the estuarine, wetland and coastal habitats where freshwater meets the sea.
Varmárósar is a small but diverse nature reserve in Mosfellsbær where the Varmá river meets the sea.
Visitors should protect birdlife and sensitive wetland habitats.
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Varmárósar Nature Reserve
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Varmárósar - Friðland er friðlýst náttúrusvæði á Íslandi. Hér finnur þú upplýsingar um náttúru svæðisins, verndargildi og áhugaverða staði í nágrenninu.
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