Views of the famous Kirkjufell – Iceland’s most iconic mountain

Kirkjufell, Iceland’s most photographed mountain, rises with its striking conical shape directly on the north coast of the Snæfellsnes peninsula. From the viewpoint you see the 463 metre high mountain in its characteristic form, which has earned it the name ‘church mountain’. In the foreground the multi-tiered waterfall Kirkjufellsfoss roars, its cascades forming the perfect complement to the pointed mountain silhouette. This scenery is particularly impressive in the evening hours when the low sun shines on the mountain, or on clear winter nights when northern lights dance above the summit.

The viewpoint is right by the car park near Kirkjufellsfoss, about 180 km north-west of Reykjavík near Grundarfjörður. From here you can reach the classic photo position at the waterfall in a few minutes on foot. The path can be slippery when wet, so take care on the stones. This spot is ideal for a short photo stop on a drive along the Snæfellsnes peninsula. The ascent of the mountain itself is steep and dangerous, so viewing it from the viewpoint is the safe and equally impressive alternative.