Londrangar are two basalt rock pinnacles rising from the sea on the southern coast of the Snaefellsnes peninsula, within Snaefellsjokull National Park in West Iceland. The taller pinnacle stands about 75 metres and the shorter about 61 metres. Near Malarrif, a viewpoint and short walking path give access to views over the cliffs.
What the Londrangar basalt cliffs are
Londrangar are two basalt rock pinnacles that rise straight from the sea on the southern coast of the Snaefellsnes peninsula. They lie within Snaefellsjokull National Park in West Iceland.
The two stacks differ in height. The taller pinnacle stands about 75 metres, and the shorter stands about 61 metres.
How the pinnacles were formed
Londrangar are the eroded remnants of an old volcanic crater, shaped by the sea over time. They are also described as plugs of harder rock left standing after the softer surroundings eroded away.
Seabirds and wildlife at Londrangar
The cliffs are a nesting site for seabirds, including puffins and fulmars. Kittiwakes and guillemots also nest on the pinnacles during the breeding season.
Elf folklore and local legends
Local folklore holds that the land is left unfarmed because it is said to belong to the elves of the area. Farmers historically avoided cutting hay on the hill Svalthufa out of respect for the elves said to live there.
The viewpoint and walking path near Malarrif
A viewpoint and short walking path are reachable near Malarrif. A short walk from the parking area leads to the main viewpoint over the cliffs.
Climbing the pinnacles is not permitted, as the area is protected. Stay back from unfenced cliff edges.
Visiting Londrangar on a Snaefellsnes tour
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