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Hópsnes Travel Guide
4.2
69 Google reviews
Type
Cultural attractions, Beach, Bird Sights
Destination
Rif, Iceland
Location
Víkurbraut 3, Grindavík, Iceland
Opening Hours
Monday: Open 24 hours; Tuesday: Open 24 hours; Wednesday: Open 24 hours; Thursday: Open 24 hours; Friday: Open 24 hours; Saturday: Open 24 hours; Sunday: Open 24 hours
Distance From Center
19.0 km
Family Friendly
Yes
Average rating
4.2
Number of reviews
69
Hopsnes (a.k.a. Thorkotlustadanes) is a small peninsula in Grindavik in Southwest Iceland.
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Many ships have stranded at Hopsnes and can be seen from the road. Various other remnants bear witness to the life of seafarers of farmers. Hopsnes has a lighthouse with a view of Eldey island on clear days. It is a nice place to take a walk and breathe in the sea and Icelandic history.
Explore this area of Iceland on a self drive tour.