Iceland Travel Journal 冰島旅行日記 29 - 2019.10.19 Malarrif, Arnarstapi, Bjarnarfoss, Kirkjufellsfoss 馬拉里夫, 阿爾納斯塔皮, 比亞爾納瀑布, 教會山瀑布

Day 6's Notes - Continued 繼續第六天的雜記

Malarrif 馬拉里夫

Malarrif is a significant coastal location on the southwestern tip of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, situated within the dramatic landscape of Snæfellsjökull National Park. Historically a remote and isolated traditional farm, it now serves as a central hub for visitors exploring the western part of Iceland.

The site is marked by the distinctive Malarrif Lighthouse, a 20.2-meter (66-foot) tall white structure with a striking, modern design, rebuilt in 1946 to replace the original 1917 structure. While the lighthouse itself is generally not open for entry, its prominent position provides an excellent subject for photography and offers stunning panoramic views of the Atlantic coastline and the surrounding area.

Adjacent to the lighthouse is the Gestastofan á Malarrifi (Malarrif Visitor Center) for Snæfellsjökull National Park. This center acts as an essential educational and informational resource, offering exhibits focused on the region's geology, unique flora and fauna, and the cultural heritage of the area, particularly the history of the local fishermen. The center provides helpful staff, clean restrooms, a small gift shop, and occasionally features a café. Its building cleverly incorporates elements from the old Malarrif farmstead, such as repurposed sheepfolds.

The Malarrif area is an ideal starting point for exploration, boasting well-maintained coastal walking paths that traverse the rugged terrain. A short walk to the east leads visitors to the famous Lóndrangar basalt cliffs, two towering sea stacks that are remnants of an ancient crater. On clear days, the magnificent, glacier-capped Snæfellsjökull Volcano dominates the skyline to the north. Other nearby attractions include the black pebbled shorelines, the historic Vatnshellir lava tube cave, and the dramatic black sand beach of Djúpalónssandur. The area is a fantastic spot for appreciating the raw, volcanic beauty of the peninsula.

馬拉里夫是斯奈菲爾斯內斯 (Snæfellsnes) 半島西南端的一個重要沿海地區，坐落在風景壯麗的斯奈菲爾斯冰川 (Snæfellsjökull) 國家公園內。長期以來，這裡曾是一個偏遠而與世隔絕的傳統農場，如今已成為遊客探索冰島西部地區的中心樞紐。

馬拉里夫燈塔是這裏的標誌性建築，這座 20.2 公尺（66 英尺）高的白色建築，有著摩登醒目的設計，於 1946 年重建，取代了 1917 年建造的原建築。雖然燈塔本身通常不對大眾開放，但其優越的地理位置使其成為絕佳的攝影題材，並可飽覽大西洋海岸線及週邊地區的壯麗全景。

燈塔旁是斯奈菲爾冰河國家公園的馬拉里夫遊客中心（Gestastofan á Malarrifi）。它是重要的教育和資訊資源中心，提供以該地區地質、獨特的動植物以及文化遺產（特別是當地漁民的歷史）為主題的展覽。遊客中心有熱情的工作人員、乾淨的洗手間、小型禮品店，偶爾還會開設咖啡館。這個建築巧妙地融入了馬拉里夫舊農場的元素，例如改造後的羊圈。

馬拉里夫地區是探索的理想起點，這裡有維護良好的海岸步道，蜿蜒穿過崎嶇的地形。向東步行不遠即可到達著名的隆德蘭加 (Lóndrangar) 玄武岩懸崖，兩座高聳的海蝕柱是古老火山口的遺跡。在晴朗的日子裡，雄偉壯麗、冰川覆蓋的斯奈菲爾火山在北部天際線上巍然聳立。附近的其他景點包括黑色卵石海岸線、歷史悠久的瓦特恩謝利爾熔岩洞以及風景迷人的迪帕隆桑杜爾 (Djúpalónssandur) 黑沙灘。這裡是欣賞半島原始火山美景的絕佳之地。

Photo Date: 2019.10.19

Arnarstapi 阿爾納斯塔皮

Arnarstapi (often referred to locally as Stapi) is a small, picturesque fishing village located on the dramatic southern coast of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in West Iceland. It functions as a key gateway to the majestic Snæfellsjökull National Park.

The area is renowned for its spectacular coastline, where the ocean's waves have sculpted volcanic rock into stunning formations.

阿爾納斯塔皮（當地人常稱為斯塔皮）是一個風景如畫的小漁村，位於冰島西部斯奈菲爾斯內斯半島壯麗的南海岸。它是通往雄偉的斯奈菲爾斯冰川國家公園的重要出入口。

這地區以其壯觀的海岸線而聞名，海浪將火山岩雕刻成令人驚嘆的地形。

Bjarnarfoss 比亞爾納瀑布

Bjarnarfoss is a magnificent, multi-tiered waterfall situated on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in West Iceland, located near the village of Arnarstapi. Its striking appeal lies not only in its height but also in the unique geological formation it dramatically descends from. The water plunges over a cliff face dominated by spectacular columnar basalt formations—dark, hexagonal columns created by the slow cooling and contraction of lava—which serve as a rugged, natural frame for the cascade.

The waterfall itself is split into two main sections, dropping a total of approximately 80 to 90 meters (262 to 295 feet). The lower tier is especially impressive, known for its sheer and forceful drop. Bjarnarfoss is highly accessible, easily spotted from the main road (Route 54). A well-marked, short trail guides visitors from a dedicated parking area to a viewing platform, offering superb vistas of the falling water and the surrounding volcanic terrain.

The falls are set against a breathtaking panorama that often includes the majestic Snæfellsjökull glacier and the prominent Mt. Stapafell, cementing its status as an essential scenic stop in the area.

比亞爾納瀑布是一座壯麗的多層瀑布，位於冰島西部斯奈山半島，靠近阿爾納斯塔皮村。它引人注目之處不僅在於其高度，更在於其獨特的地質結構。瀑布從懸崖傾瀉而下，懸崖上聳立著壯觀的柱狀玄武岩——由熔岩緩慢冷卻收縮形成的深色六邊形柱狀岩——這些岩柱構成了瀑布粗獷而天然的框架。

瀑布本身分為兩段，總落差約 80 至 90 公尺（262 至 295 英尺）。下段瀑布尤其壯觀，以其陡峭而磅礴的落差而聞名。比亞爾納瀑布交通便利，從主幹道（54 號公路）即可輕鬆看到。一條標識清晰的短步道引導遊客從專用停車場前往觀景台，在那裡可以欣賞到瀑布和周圍火山地形的壯麗景色。

瀑布背靠壯麗的全景，通常還能看到雄偉的斯奈菲爾冰川和著名的斯塔帕費爾山，鞏固了其作為該地區重要觀光景點的地位。

Kirkjufellsfoss 教會山瀑布/草帽山瀑布

Kirkjufellsfoss is one of Iceland's most photographed waterfalls, renowned for its highly scenic position directly in front of the iconic, arrow-shaped Mount Kirkjufell on the north coast of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. The name of the waterfall literally translates to 'Church Mountain Falls,' derived from the distinctive shape of the 463-meter tall mountain that serves as its dramatic backdrop. The juxtaposition of the relatively small, multi-tiered waterfall with the towering, solitary mountain is what makes this location globally famous and visually distinct.

The waterfall itself consists of two or three small, gentle drops that flow over mossy, tiered rocks into a small stream. While not imposing in size, its placement allows photographers to capture a stunning, balanced composition that embodies the raw, diverse beauty of Iceland. A paved path and several small bridges allow visitors to move between excellent viewing spots and easily capture the famous view of the falls with the mountain in the background.

Kirkjufellsfoss is easily accessible from the Ring Road near the town of Grundarfjörður and is an essential stop for anyone touring the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, offering a view that beautifully merges cascading water, ancient geology, and expansive coastal scenery.

Unfortunately, it rained that day, and we were all soaking wet. Plus, we had seen so many beautiful waterfalls, and although Kirkjufellsfoss is quite famous, none of us had any desire to explore it.

教會山瀑布是冰島最受攝影師青睞的瀑布之一，因其絕佳的地理位置而聞名遐邇：它正對著斯奈山半島北岸標誌性的箭頭形山峰－教會山/草帽山。瀑布的名字直譯為“教會山瀑布”，源自於其 463 公尺高的山峰獨特的形狀，這座山峰也成為了瀑布壯麗的背景。相對較小的多層瀑布與巍峨孤獨的山峰形成鮮明對比，正是這種對比使這裡聞名全球，並有獨特的視覺效果。

瀑布本身是由兩三處徐緩的小瀑布組成，水流從長滿青苔的層疊岩石上傾瀉而下，匯入一條小溪。雖然規模不大，但其位置卻為攝影師提供了絕佳的構圖，完美展現了冰島原始而多樣的自然之美。一條鋪設好的步道和幾座小橋方便遊客穿梭於各個觀景點之間，輕鬆捕捉以山巒為背景的瀑布美景。

從格倫達菲厄澤鎮附近的環城公路可輕鬆抵達教會山瀑布，它是遊覽斯奈山半島的遊客必去的景點，瀑佈景色優美，將層疊的瀑布、古老的地質和廣闊的海岸風光完美融合在一起。

可惜當天下雨，我們全身濕答答的，再加上看了好多漂亮的瀑布，雖然教會山瀑布蠻岀名的，但是我們卻都沒有什麽意願去探索這瀑布。