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Description
The remote area of Hellisheiði near Ketilsstadhir is flat land overlooking a cliff. Very nice place for observing birds such as Pufin, Corb de mare, Pescăruș cu trei degete, Alcă atlantică and Alcă nordică.
Details
Access
The best way to visit this site is to drive to the parking lot. From the parking you can explore the coast where the birds will be massively present from May to July. The route is remote from the Ring Road, but normally safe to drive roughly from May to September.
Terrain and Habitat
Canyon/cliff , Plain , SeaConditions
Flat , Rocky , Open landscape , No shadowCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
Spring , SummerBest time to visit
Spring , SummerRoute
Unpaved road , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot , Car , BicycleBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
Breathtaking landscapes. When you cross the tundra there is also the possibility of crossing birds such as Ploier auriu or even Lup de mare mic. You can also have the chance to come face to face with an arctic fox.