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Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland

Sandvik

Intermediate Beach break Sand bottom Peels both 0.6–3 m Any tide

Iceland's most consistent surf spot, located on the volcanic Reykjanes Peninsula near the Arctic Circle. Sandvik produces powerful beach break waves in frigid North Atlantic waters. The dramatic black sand beach, Northern Lights, and geothermal landscape make it one of the world's most unique surf destinations. Thick wetsuits, hoods, and booties are essential year-round.

Hazards

Cold WaterStrong CurrentRemote

Conditions

Best swell
SW, W
Best wind
E, NE
Season
Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Wave size
0.6–3 m
Wave quality
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Consistency
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Crowd
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Coordinates
63.8167, -22.7000

Facilities

Parking

Sources