Melrakkaslétta is a unique place in Iceland. Although less and less people keep a permanent residence in the peninsula, the natural beauty and tranquility of the region are unmatched anywhere in the country. Melrakkaslétta is the northernmost part of Iceland and as far from the capital area as possible—literally on the far side of the country. Two villages are situated in Melrakkaslétta, Kópasker and Raufarhöfn, and a few farms near the waterfront. The most beautiful is Grjótnes, where fifty people lived and worked a century ago. Now it is deserted. Just south of Melrakkaslétta you will find two unique natural wonders, Ásbyrgi and Dettifoss. Next time you find yourself passing through, take a few hours to tour Melrakkaslétta and kiss the Arctic Circle along the way, which lies at Hraunhafnartangi, the northernmost point of Iceland.
Ísland 01/32/2024 : RX1RII, A7RIII : 2.0/35mm Z, FE 1.4/50mm Z, FE 2.8/90mm G, FE 2.8/100mm GM – Photos & text : Páll Stefánsson
