Hvítserkur

About Hvítserkur

Hvítserkur is a 15-meter tall basalt sea stack rising from Húnaflói bay on the Vatnsnes Peninsula in Northwest Iceland. Its distinctive shape resembles a dragon or dinosaur drinking from the sea. The rock formation has been reinforced with concrete at its base to protect against erosion from waves. According to local folklore, Hvítserkur is a troll that was caught by the sunrise and turned to stone. The area is also a popular seal-watching location.