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Seltjarnarnes & Grótta
Only a few minutes from downtown Reykjavík you’ll find Seltjarnarnes. Surrounded by the ocean, the peninsula draws visitors and locals alike for inspiring walks and long cycling paths with panoramic views of the mountains and the sea.
The Island of Grótta and Grótta Lighthouse
Grótta, located in Seltjarnarnes City Area, is a captivating natural and historical site that offers visitors a unique blend of scenic beauty and rich heritage. On a small peninsula at the westernmost tip of the Greater Reykjavík area, Grótta is renowned for its iconic lighthouse, stunning coastal views, and abundant wildlife.
Grótta
On the tip of Seltjarnarnes Peninsula, is a place called Grótta and there you'll find a popular lighthouse. Grótta was declared a nature reserve in 1974 due to its abundant birdlife.
Seltjarnarnes
Just a few minutes from downtown Reykjavík you’ll find Point Panorama. Surrounded by the ocean, Seltjarnarnes peninsula draws visitors and locals alike for inspiring walks and thrilling cycling paths with panoramic views of magnificent nature, the mountains and the sea.
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