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Sjónarnípa viewpoint

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Sjónarnípa viewpoint

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    1. Viewpoint (approx. 300 m altitude) – Sjónarnípa loop from Kópasker

    6.03km

    02:18

    210m

    210m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    June 16, 2024

    Beautiful view of the Sjaftafellsjökull, but we also have a fantastic view of the highest mountain in Iceland, the Hvannadalshnúkur, which rises majestically above the Skaftafellsjökull.

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      August 26, 2023

      From this vantage point you have a great view of Skaftafellsjökull. But beware, it is very rocky there.

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        May 24, 2025

        A good and, since it's easily accessible, very popular vantage point. There's enough space for everyone, so you can take a break here (although it's hardly worth it after such a short hike). The photo frame for documenting the changes in the glacier tongue over time is interesting.

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