Waterfall · North Iceland

Dettifoss

waterfall

Dettifoss, Iceland
Photo: Spike · CC BY-SA 4.0

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

  • Dettifoss is 534 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 53 min by car.
  • Dettifoss is 44 metres tall.
  • The nearest town to Dettifoss is Mývatn.
  • Dettifoss is a waterfall in North Iceland.
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The facts

Dettifoss: The facts
Height44 m
Nearest townMývatn
From Reykjavík534 km by road, about 7 h 53 min
RegionNorth Iceland
Coordinates65.8219° N, 16.3882° W

Getting there

Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

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 Dettifoss?

Dettifoss is a waterfall in North Iceland.

Where is Dettifoss?

Dettifoss is at 65.8219° N, 16.3882° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Mývatn. The nearest other sight on our map is Selfoss trail, a hike about 521 m away in a straight line.

How far is Dettifoss from Reykjavík?

Dettifoss is 534 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 53 min by car.

How do I get to Dettifoss?

The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Dettifoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Mývatn.

How tall is Dettifoss?

Dettifoss is 44 metres tall.

Is there a trail to Dettifoss?

Yes. A walking route on our map leads there: Dettifoss trail (1.2 km one way, about 50 min there and back).

Does it cost anything to visit Dettifoss?

We have not verified a fee for Dettifoss. 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.

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Sources

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