Bridge Between Continents
Brú milli heimsálfa
A small footbridge spanning the rift between the North American and Eurasian plates, a symbolic photo spot where you can step across two continents in one stride.
The Bridge Between Continents lies near Sandvík on the western side of the Reykjanes Peninsula. It is a footbridge about 15 meters long, spanning a wide surface rift that marks the boundary where the North American and Eurasian plates are pulling apart. Black volcanic sand lies beneath the bridge, and interpretive geology signs stand at its ends. Admission is free and parking is convenient. It is often combined with Reykjanesviti Lighthouse & Valahnúkur, Gunnuhver Hot Springs and the Blue Lagoon into a one-day loop around the peninsula. Take care in strong winds.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Gunnuhver Hot Springs
- Reykjanesviti Lighthouse & Valahnúkur
- Blue Lagoon
- Fagradalsfjall Volcano
- Krýsuvík – Seltún Geothermal Area
- Kleifarvatn
- Grótta Lighthouse
- Sky Lagoon