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Fossar
Íslands
Uppgötvaðu 200+ glæsilegar fossur — frá þrumandi jöklafossagljúfrum til falinna hálendisperla. Gaktu á bak við Seljalandsfoss, skoðaðu kröftugasta foss Evrópu við Dettifoss, og kannaðu fjarlægar bruðarbrunnar.
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Fossar
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Vegferðir
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Aðgangur allra
Allt árið
Flestar opnar
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Upplifanir
Verður að sjá
Frægstu fossar Íslands
Fossafossarnir sem skilgreina Ísland
south iceland
Brúarfoss Waterfall
Blue-water waterfall on the Brúará river, reached by official walking access in the Golden Circle area.
Kanna
south iceland
Gljúfrabúi
Partly hidden 40-metre waterfall in a narrow gorge beside Seljalandsfoss.
Kanna
south iceland
Kvernufoss
30-metre waterfall in a narrow gorge near Skógar, with a path behind the cascade in suitable conditions.
Kanna
south iceland
Skógafoss
Broad 60-metre waterfall by Skógar with viewpoints at the base and above the falls.
Kanna
westfjords
Dynjandi
Dynjandi, also known as Fjallfoss, is the Westfjords' majestic 100-meter tiered waterfall, fanning out like a bridal veil.
Kanna
south iceland
Seljalandsfoss
60-metre South Coast waterfall with a path behind the cascade when conditions allow.
Kanna
south iceland
Gullfoss
Two-stage waterfall on the Hvítá river and one of the main stops on the Golden Circle.
KannaWaterfall Explorer
112 of 112 waterfalls — search, filter or find falls near you
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🚶 Walk Behind
Waterfalls you can walk behind
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💎 Hidden Gems
Off the beaten path — few tourists, pure Iceland
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💥 Most Powerful
Raw glacial force — Europe's mightiest falls
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📏 Highest
Iceland's tallest drops
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👨👩👧 Family Friendly
Easy paths and safe viewpoints for all ages
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🚗 Easy Access
Steps from the parking lot
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📸 Photography
Rainbows, reflections and epic compositions
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🥾 Short Hike
Earn the view — under 2 hours round trip
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🌋 Highlands
Remote falls in the wild interior (4×4 season)
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❄️ Winter
Frozen curtains and northern lights backdrops
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Waterfall Road Trips
Curated routes — one click loads every stop into your Trip Planner
South Coast Waterfall Trail
The classics in one day — walk behind Seljalandsfoss, find hidden Kvernufoss, stand under Skógafoss and hike to Svartifoss.
Skógafoss
Svartifoss
Golden Circle Waterfalls
Gullfoss and the blue wonder Brúarfoss, then detour into Þjórsárdalur for Háifoss and Hjálparfoss.
Brúarfoss Waterfall
Hjálparfoss
North Iceland Waterfall Route
From Goðafoss to the basalt columns of Aldeyjarfoss and Europe's most powerful waterfall, Dettifoss.
Goðafoss
Aldeyjarfoss
Selfoss Waterfall
East Iceland Waterfall Trail
Hike to Hengifoss above the basalt-framed Litlanesfoss, with Fardagafoss and Gufufoss by Seyðisfjörður.
Litlanesfoss Waterfall
Fardagafoss
Gufufoss
Westfjords Hidden Falls
The bridal-veil giant Dynjandi and the falls almost nobody visits along the Strandir coast.
Dynjandi
Djúpavíkurfoss
Rjúkandi
Kerlingarfoss
Ring Road Waterfalls
The ultimate circle — every must-see waterfall on Route 1, from the south coast to the north.
Skógafoss
Svartifoss
Goðafoss
Hraunfossar
📸 Photography Guide
Where and how to shoot Iceland's waterfalls
Best at Sunrise
Seljalandsfoss faces west but glows at dawn from behind; Skógafoss catches first light on clear mornings with almost no crowds before 8 AM.
Best at Sunset
Kirkjufellsfoss with Kirkjufell mountain is Iceland's most photographed sunset frame. Goðafoss turns gold under the midnight sun in June–July.
Rainbow Spots
Skógafoss throws a double rainbow on sunny days around midday. Gullfoss and Dettifoss mist up rainbows whenever the sun is out.
Drone Friendly
Háifoss, Aldeyjarfoss and Strútsfoss allow dramatic aerials with few people. Always check current rules — drones are banned at crowded falls and in national parks.
Long Exposure Tips
Bring an ND filter (6–10 stops), a tripod and a lens cloth — spray is constant. 0.5–2 s exposures give silky water while keeping texture.
Northern Lights Falls
Goðafoss, Kirkjufellsfoss and Seljalandsfoss are the classic aurora foregrounds — dark skies, easy access and parking beside the falls.
Waterfalls Through the Seasons
Each season transforms the falls completely
Spring (Apr–May)
Snowmelt swells every river — waterfalls are at their most powerful. Fewer tourists, but highland falls like Háifoss remain closed until late May.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Everything is open, including F-road falls like Aldeyjarfoss. Midnight sun means you can shoot at 1 AM with golden light and empty car parks.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Golden birch and moss frame the falls, northern lights return, and the summer crowds vanish. Hengifoss and Glymur hikes are at their prettiest.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Frozen curtains and blue ice at Gullfoss, Goðafoss and Seljalandsfoss. Stick to south coast and Golden Circle falls — many others are inaccessible.
Leiðsögðar upplifanir
Ferðir og dagferðir á Íslandi
Gullni hringurinn, norðurljósaferðir, hvalaskoðun, jöklagöngur, hraunhellirferðir og fleira. Skoðaðu Ísland á þinn hátt.
Accommodation
Where to Stay for Waterfall Chasing
Hotels and guesthouses on the South Coast — base yourself here for Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss and Gullfoss
🏨 Hotel876 mHótel Skógá
Experience Icelandic tranquility at Hótel Skógá, steps from the majestic Skógafoss waterfall.
🏨 Hotel1.6 kmHótel Drangshlíð
Experience rustic charm and stunning South Iceland scenery at Hótel Drangshlíð.
🏡 Guesthouse5.8 kmWelcome Edinborg
Charming guesthouse with a rustic wooden deck, nestled amidst the stunning South Iceland landscape.
🏨 Hotel6.1 kmUmi Hótel
Experience modern design amidst South Iceland's breathtaking landscapes at Umi Hótel.
🏡 Guesthouse6.4 kmWelcome Lambafell
Experience rustic charm and mountain serenity at Welcome Lambafell, featuring cozy log cabins and an outdoor hot tub amidst stunning South Iceland scenery.
🏡 Guesthouse10.9 kmSólheimahjáleiga
Experience tranquil Icelandic hospitality at Sólheimahjáleiga, nestled amidst green hills with glacier views.
Hjálp
Algengar spurningar
Allt sem þú þarft að vita áður en þú heimsækir fossar Íslands
Hvað er frægasti fossinn á Íslandi?
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Gullfoss er líklega frægasti fossinn á Íslandi, staðsettur á Gullna hringnum. Seljalandsfoss og Skógafoss á Suðurströndinni eru einnig meðal þeirra sem flestir heimsækja. Hvað varðar stórleika, er Dettifoss á Norðurlandi kröftugasti fossinn í Evrópu.
Má ganga á bak við foss á Íslandi?
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Já — Seljalandsfoss á Suðurströndinni hefur stíg sem gerir gestum kleift að ganga alveg á bak við fossinn. Hann er opinn mestan hluta ársins nema við íslagðar vetraraðstæður. Taktu vatnsþétta klæðnað þar sem stígurinn verður mjög blautur.
Hvað er hæsti fossinn á Íslandi?
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Morsárfoss við 228 metra er tæknilega hæstur, en hann er mjög fjarlægur. Glymur við 198 metra er hæsti aðgengilegi fossinn á Íslandi og er vinsæll til göngur. Hengifoss (128m) og Háifoss (122m) eru einnig meðal þeirra hæstu.
Hvaða foss á Íslandi er bestur á veturna?
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Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss og Gullfoss eru allir stórbrotlegir á veturna og aðgengilegir allt árið. Seljalandsfoss getur fryst að hluta á mjög köldum vetrum. Kirkjufellsfoss er sérstaklega vinsæll á veturna til norðurljósaljósmyndunar.
Er aðgangur að fossum á Íslandi ókeypis?
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Flestir fossar á Íslandi eru ókeypis að heimsækja. Sumir, eins og Seljalandsfoss og Skógafoss, hafa greiddar bílastæðar nálægt. Aðgangur að fossunum sjálfum er alltaf ókeypis.
Hvað á ég að taka með mér til að heimsækja fossar?
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Vatnsþéttan jakka og buxur (sérstaklega fyrir Seljalandsfoss), trausta gönguskó með gripum, myndavél með linsudúk fyrir úða, og hlýjar lög. Á veturna, bættu við broddum á íslagðar leiðir og taktu með auka rafhlöður þar sem kuldinn þræðir þær fljótt.
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Leiðsögðar upplifanir
Ferðir og dagferðir á Íslandi
Gullni hringurinn, norðurljósaferðir, hvalaskoðun, jöklagöngur, hraunhellirferðir og fleira. Skoðaðu Ísland á þinn hátt.