A vast beach of red and golden sand.
Raudisandur is an immense, remote beach in the southern Westfjords whose sands glow in shades of red, pink and gold beneath the cliffs.
Reached by a steep, winding road, it offers solitude, seals and a tiny black church in one of Iceland's most singular landscapes.
The Westfjords lie in the far northwest, reached by a long and scenic self drive, a short flight to Isafjordur, or the Baldur ferry across Breidafjordur.
The places and moments worth slowing down for.
Miles of beach shifting from red to gold.
One of Iceland's most peaceful, remote shores.
Wildlife along the tidal flats.
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Quick answers for planning your visit.
Raudisandur is in Westfjords, Iceland. It is on the southern coast of the Westfjords near Latrabjarg.
Raudisandur is known for its red and gold coloured sands, a remote and peaceful setting, seal sightings and a small historic church.
The best time to visit is june to September, and every season here has its own character.
Most visitors spend 2 to 3 hours here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.