Hvítserkur

Hvítserkur is a striking 15-metre-high sea stack rising from the sea just off the eastern shore of the Vatnsnes Peninsula. Shaped by centuries of wave erosion, the basalt formation resembles a giant creature drinking from the ocean and is one of North Iceland’s most iconic natural landmarks.

According to local folklore, Hvítserkur is a petrified troll from the Strandir region who set out to destroy the church bells at Þingeyrarkirkja. Unable to reach his destination before sunrise, he was turned to stone by the first rays of the morning sun.

The area is renowned for its rich wildlife, with excellent opportunities to spot seals along the shoreline and seabirds nesting on and around the rock during summer. 

Visitors can also walk down to the beach for a closer view of the sea stack and the surrounding coastline.