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Latrabjarg

Latrabjarg is a stunning cliff located in the Westfjords of Iceland, known for its breathtaking views and diverse birdlife. This 14-kilometer-long cliff is the westernmost point of Europe and is a popular destination for nature lovers and photographers alike. The sheer height of the cliff, which rises up to 440 meters above sea level, provides a unique vantage point for capturing stunning photographs of the surrounding landscape and the birds that call it home. The area is particularly famous for its puffin colonies, which can be seen up close and personal during the summer months. With its dramatic scenery and abundant wildlife, Latrabjarg is a must-visit destination for any photographer looking to capture the beauty of Iceland.

"Next stop west - Greenland" Latrabjarg Iceland
Westfjords
by Dominic Nessi

Latrabjarg is Iceland's largest sea cliff stretching 14 kilometers (8.75 mi) and peaking at a height of 441 meters (1,447 ft). This majestic cliff's claim to fame is that it is the westernmost point in Europe and hosts Iceland's greatest concentration of seabirds.

Iceland 2015 Latrabjarg puffin
Puffins at Látrabjarg cliff
by Christian Barret

Roadtrip in Iceland summer 2015 - Roadtrip en Islande été 2015

Iceland 2015 Latrabjarg cliffs
Latrabjarg cliffs
by Christian Barret

Roadtrip in Iceland summer 2015 - Roadtrip en Islande été 2015

Puffin dance
Puffins at Látrabjarg cliff

Two puffins (Fratercula arctica), a mating pair, do the hokey pokey, putting their left feet in and shaking them all about...

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Puffin in the midnight sun
Puffins at Látrabjarg cliff

Puffins are any of three small species of alcids in the bird genus Fratercula with a brightly coloured beak during the breeding season. These are...

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Westfjords
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near Látrabjarg

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Breiðavík Church - Iceland
Breidavik

Breiðavík offers the accomodation nearest to Látrabjarg bird cliff. Látrabjarg bird cliff is one of the largest of its kind in the world. It is...

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"Taxiing for Take-Off" Latrabjarg Iceland
Puffins at Látrabjarg cliff
by Dominic Nessi

The total population of puffins in Iceland is estimated to be between 8 and 10 million birds. The Atlantic Puffin is one of the four species of puffins and the one most commonly found in Iceland. Icelandic word for puffin is “lundi”.

The church of Breiðavík
Breidavik
by David ruiz luna

Breiðavík is situated on the way to Látrabjarg. When you drive over the mountain pass from Örlygshöfn you will come down in the creek of Breiðavík. In the creek there is a church and a Hotel, named Hótel Breiðavík.

Iceland, September 2015.

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"The Puffin" Latrabjarg Iceland
Puffins at Látrabjarg cliff
by Dominic Nessi

The total population of puffins in Iceland is estimated to be between 8 and 10 million birds. The Atlantic Puffin is one of the four species of puffins and the one most commonly found in Iceland. Icelandic word for puffin is “lundi”.

Atlantic Puffin in Látrabjarg - Iceland
Puffins at Látrabjarg cliff

Puffins are any of three small species of alcids in the bird genus Fratercula with a brightly coloured beak during the breeding season. These are...

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Golden Church
Breidavik

Breidavik Iceland

This solitary church stands alone without so much as a town near by. Located on the western tip of the West Fjords near Latrabjarg...

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Western face of Iceland
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Late day light shines on the cliffs along the Látravík coast in extreme northwest Iceland. Spring greening has only just begun, although the air is...

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Thanks to all Phoide contributors to Latrabjarg!
Most notably Andrey Sulitskiy, Dominic Nessi and Christian Barret.