Stjórnarfoss
A small picturesque waterfall in the Stjórn river near Kleifar, about 2 km from Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
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About Stjórnarfoss
A small picturesque waterfall in the Stjórn river near Kleifar, about 2 km from Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
An easy, scenic waterfall stop only a short distance from Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
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The waterfall is close to the Kleifar camping area and can be reached by a short walk. The river Stjórn originates farther north in the Geirlandshraun highland area, bringing water down toward the settled lowlands around Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
💡 Did You Know?
Stjórnarfoss stands close to Kleifar, an ancient local assembly site.
Culture
Stories & Legends
Icelandic sagas and folklore from this area
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