Svartifoss
Svartifoss — 'Black Falls' — is a striking waterfall in Skaftafell framed by hanging columns of dark basalt that inspired the design of several of Iceland's mos…
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About Svartifoss
Svartifoss — 'Black Falls' — is a striking waterfall in Skaftafell framed by hanging columns of dark basalt that inspired the design of several of Iceland's most important buildings.
Witness nature's architectural marvel: basalt columns framing a waterfall.
Tours Near Svartifoss
South Coast Tour - Black Sand Beach, Plane wreck, Skogafoss, Seljalandsfoss guided in Chinese冰岛南岸黑沙滩飞机残骸中文一日团
Magic Iceland Travel · 10 hours 30 minutes
South Coast Small Group Tour: Waterfalls, Glacier & Black Sand Beach
BusTravel Iceland · 10 hours
Private South Coast tour
EastWest · 10 hours
Private South Coast with Glacier Hike
Glaciers and Waterfalls · 10 hours
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History & Background
The basalt columns surrounding Svartifoss were the inspiration for architect Guðjón Samúelsson's design of Hallgrímskirkja church in Reykjavík and the Skaftafell visitor centre. The falls drop 20 meters into a pool below, surrounded by lush birch woodland. The hike to Svartifoss from the Skaftafell visitor centre takes about 45 minutes and offers views across the glacier outwash plain.
Svartifoss is a waterfall in east-iceland, offering visitors a beautiful display of Iceland's dramatic natural scenery. The waterfall is surrounded by typical Icelandic landscape and makes for a rewarding stop.
Did You Know?
The geometric perfection of Svartifoss's basalt columns has inspired Icelandic architects, most notably influencing the design of Hallgrímskirkja church in Reykjavík.
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