Búðakirkja (Black Church of Búðir)
Búðakirkja
A lone black wooden church standing in a lava field with a glacier and mountains behind it, one of Iceland's most photogenic churches.
Búðakirkja was first built in 1703. The present structure is a small black wooden church, rebuilt in 1987 to its original design. It stands among the Búðir lava field and golden beaches, with Snæfellsjökull visible in the distance. The church is a popular spot for weddings and photography, and the interior is generally not open to visitors. Next door, Hótel Búðir is the peninsula's renowned boutique hotel. Turn off Route 54 to reach it; the car park is free. Trails through the lava field lead down to the sea. Please don't step on the moss.
Opening hours
Open all day (church interior usually closed)
Nearby sights
- Kirkjufell, Snæfellsnes
- Arnarstapi
- Rauðfeldsgjá Gorge
- Hellnar
- Ytri Tunga Seal Beach
- Snæfellsjökull National Park
- Lóndrangar
- Malarrif Lighthouse & Visitor Centre