Sea arches and bird cliffs on a coastal walk.
Arnarstapi is a tiny coastal hamlet under Snaefellsjokull, famous for its sculpted sea cliffs, the Gatklettur stone arch and a stone giant guarding the harbour.
A glorious cliff path links it to Hellnar, passing arches, blowholes and seabird colonies along the way.
The Snaefellsnes peninsula reaches west into the sea about two hours from Reykjavik, an easy and rewarding self drive at any time of year.
The places and moments worth slowing down for.
A perfectly framed stone sea arch in the cliffs.
A scenic shoreline path past arches and bird colonies.
A large stone figure honouring the peninsula's mythical guardian.
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Quick answers for planning your visit.
Arnarstapi is in West Iceland, Iceland. It is on the southern coast of the Snaefellsnes peninsula.
Arnarstapi is known for the Gatklettur sea arch, dramatic basalt cliffs, the coastal walk to Hellnar and the large Bardur Snaefellsas stone statue.
The best time to visit is may to September best, and every season here has its own character.
Most visitors spend half a day here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.