How to drive the challenging coastal Road 745 (Skagavegur)?

Road 745 (Skagavegur) is a very scenic coastal road located in the Northwestern Region of Iceland. The road provides stunning views of the unique rock formations along the coast.

Road 745 (Skagavegur)

Is Road 745 (Skagavegur) unpaved?

Tucked away in the Skagi Peninsula, the road is completely unpaved and rather stony. It’s quite rough, with rocks sticking out and potholes. However, it is a reasonably good gravel road, so 4WD cars are not required.

How long is Road 745 (Skagavegur)?

The road is 82 km (51 miles) long, running from Road 73 (Þverárfjallsvegur) to the fishing town of Skagaströnd, on Road 74.

What’s the weather like on Road 745 (Skagavegur)?

Extreme care should be taken with fog, as it can be very thick. The road is usually impassable from early September to late June.

Is Road 745 (Skagavegur) worth the drive?

The journey runs along the coast around the Skagi Peninsula and offers breathtaking landscapes. Along the way, you will find some of the most spectacular basalt columns in the country, formed around 2 million years ago. The road also provides access to Kálfshamarsvík, an abandoned fishing village with a lighthouse still standing.

 

 

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