Explore Bolafjall’s sky walk and Syðridalur’s historic mine. Discover breathtaking views, NATO secrets, and hidden history on this unique adventure tour.
Explore Bolafjall’s sky walk and Syðridalur’s historic mine. Discover breathtaking views, NATO secrets, and hidden history on this unique adventure tour.
- Bolafjall - Experience the breathtaking Bolafjall sky walk, where you can admire the stunning views of steep cliffs and the vast North Atlantic Ocean, with the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve visible in the distance. Additionally, there is an opportunity to learn about an important piece of NATO’s monitoring infrastructure located on the mountain….
- Bolafjall - Experience the breathtaking Bolafjall sky walk, where you can admire the stunning views of steep cliffs and the vast North Atlantic Ocean, with the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve visible in the distance. Additionally, there is an opportunity to learn about an important piece of NATO’s monitoring infrastructure located on the mountain. After this skyward adventure, enjoy a short hike to explore the old, abandoned lignite mine in Syðridalur. This tour is ideal for those who appreciate dramatic landscapes and historical curiosities.
Standing at 628 meters, the Bolafjall platform offers a spectacular view over Djúpið or Isafjörður deep. This long inlet marks the watery boundary between inhabited and uninhabited lands, with the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve having no roads. A NATO radar station is also located at the summit of Bolafjall. Originally built by the Americans, it is now managed by the Icelandic coast guard.
- Bolungarvik - Syðridalur in Bolungarvík is renowned for its old lignite mine situated in the valley. Lignite was extracted from this mine between 1917 and 1921, during and after the First World War. The mining ceased because coal from Europe became more accessible post-war. Entering the mine requires some crawling, but once inside, the ceiling height allows you to stand upright. The walk to the mine takes approximately 20-25 minutes along a marked trail.
- Private transportation
- Flash lights for mine exploration.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- Flash lights for mine exploration.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Lunch
Bolafjall Sky Walk and Syðridalur Lignite Mine. This tour combines natural beauty, history, and a hint of adventure.
Participants will experience the Bolafjall sky walk, taking in views of steep cliffs and the vast North Atlantic Ocean, with the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve visible in the distance. Additionally, there is an opportunity to learn about an…
Bolafjall Sky Walk and Syðridalur Lignite Mine. This tour combines natural beauty, history, and a hint of adventure.
Participants will experience the Bolafjall sky walk, taking in views of steep cliffs and the vast North Atlantic Ocean, with the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve visible in the distance. Additionally, there is an opportunity to learn about an important piece of NATO’s monitoring infrastructure located on the mountain. After the sky walk, the tour continues with a short hike to explore the old, abandoned lignite mine in Syðridalur. This tour is ideal for those who appreciate dramatic landscapes and historical curiosities.
Syðridalur in Bolungarvík is renowned for its old lignite mine, situated in the valley. Lignite was extracted from the mine between 1917 and 1921, during and after the First World War. To enter the mine, one must almost crawl, but once inside, the ceiling rises, allowing visitors to stand upright. The scenic walk to the mine takes approximately 20-25 minutes along a marked trail.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
