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Vík í Mýrdal

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Roman Iceland expertCurated by Roman, Iceland expert
Highlights
checkmark grey iconScenic villages
checkmark grey iconBlack sand beaches
checkmark grey iconQuaint churches
checkmark grey iconSoaring mountains
checkmark grey iconScenic drives
checkmark grey iconLava shows

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Vík í Mýrdal, or simply Vík, is a small village on Iceland’s southern coast, famous for its black sand beaches and striking landscapes. Nestled beneath the Mýrdalsjökull glacier, which covers the Katla volcano, it’s known for Reynisfjara Beach with its basalt sea stacks and powerful waves.

The village’s hilltop church offers great views, and Vík serves as a convenient base for visiting nearby waterfalls like Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, as well as glacier tours on Mýrdalsjökull.

For something special, visit Vík in winter to witness the Northern Lights over the black sand beach. In summer, explore the cliffs at Dyrhólaey to see puffins. Always stay back from the unpredictable waves at Reynisfjara, as they can be dangerous even when they appear calm.

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