Iceland Day 4 on the Ring Road Hofn to Vik Part 2
Last week we left off on our way to our lodging in the southern city of Vik in Iceland. So here's a catch up on the second half of Day 4 driving the Ring Road around Iceland and our arrival in Vik. Vik is the southernmost town on the Icelandic mainland. It is about 110 miles from the capital of Reykjavik. Though it has only 650 residents, it is very popular with tourists for its proximity to black sand beaches, waterfalls and glaciers. We arrived and checked into our lodging for the night - The Barn Hostel - and then drove into Vik to find some dinner. We chose the Smidjan Brewhouse for a beer and burger. It hit the spot and then we were off to see Vik from one of its most famous viewpoints. The red roof and white walls of the Vikurkirkja, or Vik Church, make it stand out and it's one of the most photographed views in Iceland. Not only is it one of the most photographed places in Iceland, but the views from the church are also first rate. You can see the village below and t...
