weberwest Loc: Ferndale WA

In this set we visit Iceland's iconic Kirkjufell mountain and the immediately surrounding area and then move on to the western tip of the Snaefellsnes peninsula with some images of these pleasant surroundings.

KIRKJUFELL (Church Mountain), Grundarfjördur‘s beautiful landmark is said to be the most photographed mountain in Iceland. Its isolated position on a small peninsula jutting out into the sea with a height of 463 m / 1500 ft above sea level, makes the mountain a focal point for travelers and locals alike. The colors of the mountain change every season, from the summer greens to winter white so you‘ll always find a new perspective to this majestic mountain. The mountain also changes it appearance dramatically: while viewed from the waterfall, it forms an almost perfect stunning triangle, if viewed from Grundarfjördur, or particularly from the Surdur-Bar farm where I stayed, it shows a perfectly elongated shape. Next to Kirkjufell is the Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall that channels the glacial water of Snaefellsjökull glacier. The three pronged waterfall isn‘t very tall but makes for a beautiful photographing opportunity with the mountain in the background (which I didn't do on this trip but finally did this setting in February of this year).

Notes
TRIP INTRODUCTON: Set # 1 provides a map of the tour plus general information. The map is also attached as a first reply, please use the link below if you would like to review the other information:
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-667725-1.html

EARLIER POSTS of this series: To view, access my profile via the link below, then click on the figure behind "# of topics created" for the list of posts:
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Thanks for visiting, I recommend viewing the downloads and look forward to your comments and questions.

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1 - Dramatic Kirkjufell mountain (church mountain), one of the most beautiful of the country, just outside Grundarfjördur

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2 - Kirkjufell mountain near Grundarfjördur, looking conical from this side

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3 - Myrahyrna mountain with Kirkjufellsfoss (church mountain falls) just outside Grundarfjördur

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4 - Myrahyrna mountain with Kirkjufellsfoss

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5 - Myrahyrna mountain with several small water falls

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6 - Farm at Larvadall lagoon at the base of the Stöd mountain

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7 - Abandoned farm at Larvadall lagoon on the spit between the lagoon and the fjord

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8 - Closing in on the abandoned farm

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9 - Rural scenery below the Snaefellsjökull glacier

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10 - Rural scenery below the Snaefellsjökull glacier

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weberwest Loc: Ferndale WA

Today's images come from just west of Grundarfjördur towards Olafsvik, close to the tip of the Snaefellsnes peninsula at the left side of the map

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Ched49 Loc: Pittsburgh, Pa.

Enjoyed the photo's, what is the average temperature in the summer?

UTMike Loc: South Jordan, UT

The colors continue to impress me, Joe!

weberwest Loc: Ferndale WA

Thank you Ched, glad to hear that you enjoyed these photos - the average summer temperatures are at a low in the upper 40"s and a high in the upper 50"s, so very temperate, the hottest place would still be in their abundant thermal baths Wishing you a great day - Joe

weberwest Loc: Ferndale WA

Thanks Mike, glad to hear the you still enjoy these colors! Enjoy your day - Joe

dreff Loc: Bow, WA

👍👍👍

weberwest Loc: Ferndale WA

Thank you very much dreff, glad to see that you are still with me on this journey - have a great day - Joe

Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States

NMGal Loc: NE NM

Another beautiful set, Joe. The waterfall in 3 and 4 looks like the water comes from underground.

weberwest Loc: Ferndale WA

Thank you Bill, glad you like this set - have a great day - Joe

weberwest Loc: Ferndale WA

Thank you very much Barbara. An interesting observation: at first glance, it sure looks like it - but actually to the left of the falls, on the mountain face, you can see the water falling down as well in smaller cascades. At the foot of that drop, the river turns, which is not visible and ambles over to the more visible falls at right. This can be seen easier on the #4 picture. Have a wonderful day - Joe

kpmac Loc: Ragley, La

And the adventure continues. Great set, Joe.

weberwest Loc: Ferndale WA

Thank you very much Ken for your kind comment - have a great evening - Joe

nimbushopper Loc: Tampa, FL

Another fine set!