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West, southwest, or northwest swell keeps it alive, east wind cleans the face, and low to mid tide is the reliable window.
Surf GuideCapital Region
Grótta
Grótta is Reykjavík's local reef at the Seltjarnarnes tip, a short, rock-lined wave that likes west swell and an easterly wind. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Grótta in Capital Region.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationCapital Region, IS
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Stay close to the parking lot and give the lighthouse side a wide berth, because the reef is short and the rips can move you fast.
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