Waterfall · West Iceland
Barnafossar
Barnafoss
waterfall in Iceland
Before you go
Stay on marked paths, leave no trace and close gates behind you. Driving off-road is illegal in Iceland.
Areas can be closed at short notice to protect them. Check the official page before travelling.
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Quick facts
- Barnafossar is 122 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 54 min by car.
- The nearest town to Barnafossar is Borgarnes.
- Barnafossar is a waterfall in West Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 122 km by road, about 1 h 54 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.7018° N, 20.9734° W |
Getting there
Directions go to the sight's mapped point. For a mountain, glacier or lake that can be well away from the road, so park only in marked areas and walk from there.
Questions people ask
What is Barnafossar?
Barnafossar is a waterfall in West Iceland.
Where is Barnafossar?
Barnafossar is at 64.7018° N, 20.9734° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Hraunfossar, a waterfall about 328 m away in a straight line.
How far is Barnafossar from Reykjavík?
Barnafossar is 122 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 54 min by car.
How do I get to Barnafossar?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Barnafossar, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
Does it cost anything to visit Barnafossar?
We have not verified a fee for Barnafossar. Some landowners charge for parking or entry, so check the signs on arrival. Iceland's right of public access comes with duties: stay on marked paths and leave no trace.
Where can you swim near Barnafossar?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 71 minutes' drive from Barnafossar. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (93 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (100 min).
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- World Class Akranes & Pool71 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool93 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool100 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool101 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool105 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon107 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool112 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
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