Waterfall · East Iceland
Folaldafoss
Folaldafoss was a quaint waterfall in a remote area of the Eastfjords upslope from Berufjörður along the infamous Axarvegur Road, which leads up to Öxi Pass
Quick facts
- Folaldafoss is 564 km from Reykjavík by road, about 8 h 5 min by car.
- The nearest town to Folaldafoss is Djúpivogur.
- Folaldafoss is a waterfall in East Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Djúpivogur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 564 km by road, about 8 h 5 min |
| Region | East Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.8038° N, 14.5594° 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.
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.
Questions people ask
What is Folaldafoss?
Folaldafoss is a waterfall in East Iceland.
Where is Folaldafoss?
Folaldafoss is at 64.8038° N, 14.5594° W, in East Iceland. The nearest town is Djúpivogur. The nearest other sight on our map is Fossárfoss, a waterfall about 6.7 km away in a straight line.
How far is Folaldafoss from Reykjavík?
Folaldafoss is 564 km from Reykjavík by road, about 8 h 5 min by car.
How do I get to Folaldafoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Folaldafoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Djúpivogur.
Does it cost anything to visit Folaldafoss?
We have not verified a fee for Folaldafoss. 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 Folaldafoss?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Vök Baths, about 59 minutes' drive from Folaldafoss. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,800 per visit on a LifePass.
— After this
Soak here afterwards
- 59 min driveISK 4,800 per visit with LifePass
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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