Iceland in miniature beneath a glacier capped volcano.
Often called Iceland in miniature, Snaefellsnes packs glaciers, lava fields, fishing villages, bird cliffs and black beaches into one beautiful peninsula.
At its tip stands the snow capped Snaefellsjokull volcano, made famous by Jules Verne, ringed by a national park and a coast of wonders.
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 glacier capped volcano crowning the national park at the tip.
Iceland's most photographed mountain, beside a tumbling waterfall.
Arnarstapi, Hellnar and lively harbour towns along the shore.
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Quick answers for planning your visit.
Snaefellsnes Peninsula is in West Iceland, Iceland. It is the peninsula reaching west into the sea about two hours from Reykjavik.
Snaefellsnes is known for the Snaefellsjokull volcano and national park, the Kirkjufell mountain, the villages of Arnarstapi and Hellnar, and dramatic coastal scenery.
The best time to visit is may to September best, and every season here has its own character.
Most visitors spend 2 to 3 days here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.