Snæfellsnes Peninsula
The 200 km loop around the Snæfellsnes Peninsula is often called 'Iceland in Miniature' for its variety of landscapes: glaciers, lava fields, black churches, sea cliffs, and the iconic Kirkjufell mountain. The road is paved but narrow in sections with blind curves along the northern coast.
200 km total1–2 days recommended
101 clear sections0 cautions1 closed99% clear
Destinations along the route
Highlights
- Kirkjufell mountain
- Stykkishólmur harbour
- Arnarstapi arch
- Búðir black church
- Snæfellsjökull glacier
- Djúpalónssandur beach
Travel information
Season
Year-round (winter roads can be icy)
Recommended time
1–2 days
About this data
Road conditions are updated every 10 minutes from the Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration (Vegagerðin). The condition summary above reflects the latest data for road segments along Snæfellsnes. Always verify with road.is andSafeTravel.is before driving.